How to Pronounce “defy”
word
/dɪˈfaɪ/
di-FY
/dɪfˈaɪ/
di-FY
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈfaɪ/
British English
/dɪfˈaɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-FY
UK
di-FY
Listen in Context
She defied her parents by staying out late.
The small boat defied the big waves and reached the shore safely.
Some artists defy traditional styles.
He likes to defy expectations and surprise everyone.