How to Pronounce Culprit

To pronounce "culprit", say CULPR-it — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈkʰʌɫpɹɪt]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/[ˈkʰʌɫpɹɪt]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “culprit”

"culprit" has 2 syllables: culpr-it.

What does culprit mean?

noun

  1. The person or thing at fault for a problem or crime.

    “I have tightened the loose bolt that was the culprit; it should work now.”

  2. A prisoner accused but not yet tried.

Related words

perpetratorguiltyscapegoatingwrongdoerguiltblameoffendercriminal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "culprit"?▾

"Culprit" has 2 syllables: culpr · it.

What is the IPA transcription of "culprit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "culprit" is /[ˈkʰʌɫpɹɪt]/.

What does "culprit" mean?▾

Culprit: The person or thing at fault for a problem or crime.

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