How to Pronounce "detract from"
expression
dɪˈtɹækt/ /ˈfɹəm
di-TRAKT frum
dɪtɹˈækt/ /fɹˈɒm
di-TRAKT FROM
Definition
To reduce the value, importance, or quality of something. Often used to show that one aspect does not make the whole situation less good or impressive.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈtɹækt/ /ˈfɹəm
British English
dɪtɹˈækt/ /fɹˈɒm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-TRAKT frum
UK
di-TRAKT FROM
Listen in Context
The small stain doesn't detract from the beauty of the dress.
His accent does not detract from his ability to teach.
The long wait didn't detract from our enjoyment of the meal.
Even a few mistakes don't really detract from the overall quality of your work.