How to Pronounce Delightful

To pronounce "delightful", say DEL-ightf-ul — 3 syllables, IPA /[dəˈlaɪ̯t̚.fəɫ]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/[dəˈlaɪ̯t̚.fəɫ]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “delightful”

"delightful" has 3 syllables: del-ightf-ul. It rhymes with spiteful and insightful, if that helps it stick.

What does delightful mean?

adjective

  1. Pleasant; pleasing, bringing enjoyment, satisfaction, or pleasure.

Words that rhyme with delightful

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

spitefulinsightfulfrightfulrightfullightfulspriteful

Related words

pleasingdeliciouspleasurableenjoyablepleasurepleasantniceravishing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delightful"?▾

"Delightful" has 3 syllables: del · ightf · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "delightful"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delightful" is /[dəˈlaɪ̯t̚.fəɫ]/.

What does "delightful" mean?▾

Delightful: Pleasant; pleasing, bringing enjoyment, satisfaction, or pleasure.

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