How to Pronounce "tactless"
word
ˈtæktɫəs
TAKT-luss
tˈæktləs
TAKT-luss
Definition
Showing a lack of sensitivity when saying or doing things, often hurting or offending others without meaning to.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtæktɫəs
British English
tˈæktləs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAKT-luss
UK
TAKT-luss
Listen in Context
It was tactless to mention her mistake in front of everyone.
He is sometimes tactless but means well.
Her tactless question made everyone uncomfortable.
I didn't mean to be tactless—I just didn't think before I spoke.