How to Pronounce Defilement

To pronounce "defilement", say DEF-il-em-ent — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪˈfaɪəlmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪˈfaɪəlmənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “defilement”

"defilement" has 4 syllables: def-il-em-ent.

What does defilement mean?

noun

  1. The act of defiling.
  2. The state of being defiled.

Synonyms

pollution

Related words

befoulmentpollutionconspurcationcorruptiondegradationhumiliationshameinsult

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "defilement"?▾

"Defilement" has 4 syllables: def · il · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "defilement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "defilement" is /dɪˈfaɪəlmənt/.

What does "defilement" mean?▾

Defilement: The act of defiling.

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