How to Pronounce Embezzlement

To pronounce "embezzlement", say EMB-ezzl-em-ent — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌəmˈbɛzəlmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌəmˈbɛzəlmənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “embezzlement”

"embezzlement" has 4 syllables: emb-ezzl-em-ent.

What does embezzlement mean?

noun

  1. The fraudulent conversion of property from a property owner.

Synonyms

misappropriation

Related words

peculationmisappropriationdefalcationmisapplicationfraudappropriationcorruptpilferage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "embezzlement"?▾

"Embezzlement" has 4 syllables: emb · ezzl · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "embezzlement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "embezzlement" is /ˌəmˈbɛzəlmənt/.

What does "embezzlement" mean?▾

Embezzlement: The fraudulent conversion of property from a property owner.

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