How to Pronounce Delinquent

To pronounce "delinquent", say DEL-inq-uent — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈlɪŋkwənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪˈlɪŋkwənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “delinquent”

"delinquent" has 3 syllables: del-inq-uent.

What does delinquent mean?

noun

  1. One who disobeys or breaks rules or laws.
  2. A person who has not paid his or her debts.

adjective

  1. Late or failing to pay a debt or other financial obligation, like a mortgage or loan.

    “Fred is delinquent in making his car payment.”

  2. Failing in or neglectful of a duty or obligation; guilty of a misdeed or offense

Synonyms

defaulting

Related words

guiltyderelictoverdueneglectfulremissnegligentincorrigibleowed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delinquent"?▾

"Delinquent" has 3 syllables: del · inq · uent.

What is the IPA transcription of "delinquent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delinquent" is /dɪˈlɪŋkwənt/.

What does "delinquent" mean?▾

Delinquent: One who disobeys or breaks rules or laws.

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