How to Pronounce Peccadillo

To pronounce "peccadillo", say PECC-ad-ill-o — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌpɛ.kəˈdɪ.ləʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌpɛ.kəˈdɪ.ləʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “peccadillo”

"peccadillo" has 4 syllables: pecc-ad-ill-o.

What does peccadillo mean?

noun

  1. A small flaw or sin.
  2. A petty offense.

Synonyms

veniality

Related words

indiscretionpeccancyblemishflawfaultslip-upimperfectmiss

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "peccadillo"?▾

"Peccadillo" has 4 syllables: pecc · ad · ill · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "peccadillo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "peccadillo" is /ˌpɛ.kəˈdɪ.ləʊ/.

What does "peccadillo" mean?▾

Peccadillo: A small flaw or sin.

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