How to Pronounce "deft"
word
ˈdɛft
DEFT
dˈɛft
DEFT
Definition
Deft describes someone who is skillful, quick, and clever, especially with their hands or in their actions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛft
British English
dˈɛft
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEFT
UK
DEFT
Listen in Context
The artist's deft hands shaped the clay.
She tied the knot with a deft movement.
His deft reply impressed the teacher.
With a deft flick of her wrist, she caught the falling cup.