How to Pronounce "detained"
word
/dɪˈteɪnd/
di-TAYND
/dɪtˈeɪnd/
di-TAYND
Definition
Kept somewhere by the authorities, usually by the police or law enforcement, and not allowed to leave. Can also mean being delayed or held back for another reason.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈteɪnd/
British English
/dɪtˈeɪnd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-TAYND
UK
di-TAYND
Listen in Context
The police detained the man for questioning.
The students were detained after school.
Travelers were detained at the border.
She was detained at work and arrived home late.