Hyphenation of detente

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word detente? This word can be hyphenated and contains 2 syllables as shown below.

de-tente

Definitions of detente:

1.	The easing of tensions or strained relations (especially between nations)

Synonyms of detente:

noun	easing, easement, alleviation, relief

Last hyphenations of this language

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