Como Pronunciar "defensive"

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Definição

Being protective against possible attack or criticism, or related to defense. It can describe physical protection, like a defensive wall, or a person's attitude when they feel criticized.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

/dɪˈfɛnsɪv/

Inglês Britânico

/dɪfˈɛnsɪv/

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

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Ouça em Contexto

The team's defensive players stopped the goal.

He gave a defensive answer to the question.

She built a defensive wall around her garden.

You don't have to be so defensive—I'm just trying to help.