How to Pronounce "derelict"
word
ˈdɛɹəˌɫɪkt
DER-uh-likt
dˈɛɹɪlˌɪkt
DER-ih-likt
Definition
Something that is derelict is abandoned or in a very poor condition because no one is taking care of it. It can describe buildings, places, or sometimes people who have been neglected.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛɹəˌɫɪkt
British English
dˈɛɹɪlˌɪkt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DER-uh-likt
UK
DER-ih-likt
Listen in Context
The old factory is now derelict.
They found a derelict house in the forest.
A derelict playground sat behind the school.
Many downtown buildings became derelict after the industry moved away.