How to Pronounce Mendicant

To pronounce "mendicant", say MEND-ic-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmɛn.dɪ.kənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈmɛn.dɪ.kənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mendicant”

"mendicant" has 3 syllables: mend-ic-ant.

What does mendicant mean?

noun

  1. A pauper who lives by begging.
  2. A religious friar, forbidden to own personal property, who begs for a living.

adjective

  1. Depending on alms for a living.
  2. Of or pertaining to a beggar.

Related words

beggarbeseechingfriarfriarsconductitiousitinerantmercenaryperambulant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mendicant"?▾

"Mendicant" has 3 syllables: mend · ic · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "mendicant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mendicant" is /ˈmɛn.dɪ.kənt/.

What does "mendicant" mean?▾

Mendicant: A pauper who lives by begging.

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