To pronounce "gainfully", say GAINF-ully — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"gainfully" has 2 syllables: gainf-ully. It rhymes with banefully and painfully, if that helps it stick.
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"Gainfully" has 2 syllables: gainf · ully.
Gainfully: In a gainful manner; profitably.
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