word
French
Détente
day-TAHNT
/deɪˈtɒnt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
détente
Dictionary meaning
The easing of hostility or strained relations between countries.
History and origin
French
Common mispronunciations
deh-TENTdee-TENT
Pronunciation tips
French origin — say 'day-TAHNT', the final 't' is barely pronounced.
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