How to Pronounce "tactful"
word
ˈtæktfəɫ
TAKT-fuhl
tˈæktfəl
TAKT-fuhl
Definition
Being careful and sensitive when dealing with others, so you do not upset or embarrass them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtæktfəɫ
British English
tˈæktfəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAKT-fuhl
UK
TAKT-fuhl
Listen in Context
He gave a tactful answer to the difficult question.
Try to be tactful when you give her feedback.
My mother is very tactful and never makes anyone feel bad.
She found a tactful way to tell her boss about the mistake.