How to Pronounce "detente"
word
deɪˈtɑnt
day-TAHNT
deɪˈtɒnt
day-TONT
Definition
A relaxing of tension or strained relations, especially between countries, often through agreements or negotiations to reduce conflict.
IPA Transcription
American English
deɪˈtɑnt
British English
deɪˈtɒnt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
day-TAHNT
UK
day-TONT
Listen in Context
There was a period of detente during the Cold War.
Leaders hope for detente between the two countries.
The agreement established a detente after years of conflict.
After months of tension, both sides welcomed the new detente.