How to Pronounce "felicitous"
word
fɪˈɫɪsətəs
fi-LIS-uh-tuhs
fɛlˈɪsɪtəs
fe-LIS-i-tuhs
Definition
Something that is felicitous is very suitable or well-chosen for the situation, especially when describing words, actions, or expressions.
IPA Transcription
American English
fɪˈɫɪsətəs
British English
fɛlˈɪsɪtəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fi-LIS-uh-tuhs
UK
fe-LIS-i-tuhs
Listen in Context
Her felicitous comment made everyone smile.
That was a felicitous choice of words for the speech.
He arrived at a felicitous moment, just when we needed help.
That joke was particularly felicitous—everyone burst out laughing.