How to Pronounce "deaf"
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/ˈdɛf/
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/dˈɛf/
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Definition
If someone is deaf, they cannot hear, or they hear very little. The word can describe a medical condition, an identity, or a community, depending on context.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɛf/
British English
/dˈɛf/
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
My grandfather is deaf in one ear.
She was born deaf.
The school has classes for deaf children.
He isn't ignoring you — he's deaf, so make sure he can see your face when you speak.