How to Pronounce Awfulness

To pronounce "awfulness", say AWF-uln-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

AWF-uln-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “awfulness”

"awfulness" has 3 syllables: awf-uln-ess. It rhymes with lawfulness, if that helps it stick.

What does awfulness mean?

noun

  1. The state or quality of being awful.
  2. The quality of striking with awe, or with reverence

    “the awfulness of this sacred place”

Synonyms

dreadfulnesssolemnity

Words that rhyme with awfulness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lawfulness

Related words

terriblenesshorridnessdreadfulnessgodawfulnessatrociousnessappallingnessbadnesshorrendousness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "awfulness"?▾

"Awfulness" has 3 syllables: awf · uln · ess.

What does "awfulness" mean?▾

Awfulness: The state or quality of being awful.

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