How to Pronounce "nincompoop"
word
ˈnɪŋkəmˌpup
NIN-kuhm-poop
nˈɪnkəmpˌuːp
NIN-kuhm-POOP
Definition
A nincompoop is a silly or foolish person, often lacking common sense. It is always used as a light insult or joke.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɪŋkəmˌpup
British English
nˈɪnkəmpˌuːp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NIN-kuhm-poop
UK
NIN-kuhm-POOP
Listen in Context
Don't be a nincompoop!
He acted like a nincompoop at the party.
Only a nincompoop would forget their own birthday.
Come on, you nincompoop, that's not how you do it!