How to Pronounce Delicacy

To pronounce "delicacy", say DEL-ic-acy — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdɛlɪkəsi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “delicacy”

"delicacy" has 3 syllables: del-ic-acy.

What does delicacy mean?

noun

  1. The quality of being delicate.
  2. Something appealing, usually a pleasing food, especially a choice dish of a certain culture suggesting rarity and refinement -a Chinese delicacy

Related words

daintinessdaintykickshawfinenessfinesseslightnessdiscreetnessdiscretion

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delicacy"?▾

"Delicacy" has 3 syllables: del · ic · acy.

What is the IPA transcription of "delicacy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delicacy" is /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/.

What does "delicacy" mean?▾

Delicacy: The quality of being delicate.

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