delicatessen

How to Split "delicatessen" into Syllables

The word delicatessen is divided into 5 syllables: de·li·ca·tes·sen. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• de — 1st syllable
• li — 2nd syllable
• ca — 3rd syllable
• tes — 4th syllable
• sen — 5th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of delicatessen:

• IPA: /ˌdɛlɪkəˈtɛsən/

📖 Definitions

1. A shop that sells cooked or prepared foods ready for serving.
2. → Spanish: delicatessen, delicatesen

📚 Word Origin & History

First attested 1864. From German Delikatessen, plural of Delikatesse (“delicacy, fine food”), at the time also spelt Delicatesse(n), from French délicatesse, from délicat (“fine”), from Latin delicatus (“alluring”). The sense of store is much more recent, originating in ellipsis from the common attributive use, as in delicatessen shop, delicatessen store, etc. First attested 1642 [1]. Plural of delicatesse (“fine food”), from French délicatesse, from délicat (“fine”), fro...

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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