How to Pronounce Exquisite

To pronounce "exquisite", say EXQ-uis-it-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪkˈskwɪzɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪkˈskwɪzɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “exquisite”

"exquisite" has 4 syllables: exq-uis-it-e.

What does exquisite mean?

noun

  1. Fop, dandy.

adjective

  1. Especially fine or pleasing; exceptional.

    “Sourav Ganguly scored an exquisite century in his debut Test match.”

  2. Carefully adjusted; precise; accurate; exact.

Synonyms

beautifuldelicatediscriminatingperfect

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Related words

rechercheelegantfinebeautifuldaintydelicatekeenintense

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exquisite"?▾

"Exquisite" has 4 syllables: exq · uis · it · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "exquisite"?▾

The IPA transcription of "exquisite" is /ɪkˈskwɪzɪt/.

What does "exquisite" mean?▾

Exquisite: Fop, dandy.

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