How to Pronounce Bashful

To pronounce "bashful", say BASHF-ul — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈbæʃfəɫ]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/[ˈbæʃfəɫ]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bashful”

"bashful" has 2 syllables: bashf-ul. It rhymes with gashful, if that helps it stick.

What does bashful mean?

adjective

  1. Shy; not liking to be noticed; socially timid.
  2. Indicating bashfulness.

    “a bashful look”

Synonyms

shy

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Words that rhyme with bashful

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gashful

Related words

timidblatebackwardcoyshyembarrassedembarrassingshame

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bashful"?▾

"Bashful" has 2 syllables: bashf · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "bashful"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bashful" is /[ˈbæʃfəɫ]/.

What does "bashful" mean?▾

Bashful: Shy; not liking to be noticed; socially timid.

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