How to Pronounce "indulgent"
word
ˌɪnˈdəɫdʒənt
in-DUHL-juhnt
ɪndˈʌldʒənt
in-DUL-juhnt
Definition
Someone who is indulgent is kind and allows others (often children) to have what they want, even if it is not always good for them. It can also describe actions or things that involve giving in to pleasure or luxury.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈdəɫdʒənt
British English
ɪndˈʌldʒənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-DUHL-juhnt
UK
in-DUL-juhnt
Listen in Context
My grandmother is very indulgent with her grandchildren.
The teacher gave the students an indulgent smile.
His parents were too indulgent, so he never learned to be responsible.
That chocolate cake was absolutely indulgent—I couldn't resist a second slice.