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.