How to Pronounce Delicatessen

To pronounce "delicatessen", say DEL-ic-at-ess-en — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌdɛlɪkəˈtɛsən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌdɛlɪkəˈtɛsən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “delicatessen”

"delicatessen" has 5 syllables: del-ic-at-ess-en. It rhymes with caisson and lesson, if that helps it stick.

What does delicatessen mean?

noun

  1. Delicacies; exotic or expensive foods.

noun

  1. A shop that sells cooked or prepared foods ready for serving.

Words that rhyme with delicatessen

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

caissonlessonlessenescon

Related words

delidrugstorestorestorefrontgrocerypayphonedelikatessensalumeria

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delicatessen"?▾

"Delicatessen" has 5 syllables: del · ic · at · ess · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "delicatessen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delicatessen" is /ˌdɛlɪkəˈtɛsən/.

What does "delicatessen" mean?▾

Delicatessen: Delicacies; exotic or expensive foods.

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