delicate

How many syllables in delicate?

  468539127 syllables

Divide delicate into syllables:   del-i-cate
Stressed syllable in delicate:   del-i-cate
How to pronounce delicate:   del-i-kit
How to say delicate:

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Synonyms for delicate


1 syllable
  • fine
  • light
  • soft
  • frail
  • slight
  • thin
2 syllables
  • brittle
  • dainty
  • flimsy
  • heightened
  • subtle
  • ticklish
  • wispy
  • careful
  • fancy
  • gauzy
  • squeamish
  • tactful
  • touchy
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4 syllables
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