How to Pronounce Destitute

To pronounce "destitute", say DEST-it-ut-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈdɛstɪtjuːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈdɛstɪtjuːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “destitute”

"destitute" has 4 syllables: dest-it-ut-e. It rhymes with astute and dispute, if that helps it stick.

What does destitute mean?

adjective

  1. (followed by the preposition "of") Lacking something; devoid
  2. Lacking money; poor, impoverished

Words that rhyme with destitute

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

astutedisputeacuterefuteconstitutebrutemootbruitpursuitattributesubstituteexecute

Related words

indigentpoorimpoverishedpoverty-strickenneedynecessitousdispossessedpoverty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "destitute"?▾

"Destitute" has 4 syllables: dest · it · ut · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "destitute"?▾

The IPA transcription of "destitute" is /ˈdɛstɪtjuːt/.

What does "destitute" mean?▾

Destitute: (followed by the preposition "of") Lacking something; devoid

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