How to Pronounce Extravagant

To pronounce "extravagant", say EXTR-av-ag-ant — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪkˈstɹævəɡənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ɪkˈstɹævəɡənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “extravagant”

"extravagant" has 4 syllables: extr-av-ag-ant.

What does extravagant mean?

adjective

  1. Exceeding the bounds of something; roving; hence, foreign.
  2. Extreme; wild; excessive; unrestrained.

    “extravagant acts, praise, or abuse”

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Related words

excessiveprodigaloverweeningprofligateexuberantspendthriftwastefulunrestrained

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "extravagant"?▾

"Extravagant" has 4 syllables: extr · av · ag · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "extravagant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "extravagant" is /ɪkˈstɹævəɡənt/.

What does "extravagant" mean?▾

Extravagant: Exceeding the bounds of something; roving; hence, foreign.

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