How to Pronounce Gleeful

To pronounce "gleeful", say GLEEF-ul — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡliːfəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡliːfəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gleeful”

"gleeful" has 2 syllables: gleef-ul. It rhymes with refill and griefful, if that helps it stick.

What does gleeful mean?

adjective

  1. Exuberantly or triumphantly joyful.

Synonyms

elatedexhilaratedhigh-spiritedoverjoyed

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Words that rhyme with gleeful

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refillgrieffultreefuleifelstiefel

Related words

joyousjoyfuljubilantelatedoverjoyfulgiddygleefullexultant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gleeful"?▾

"Gleeful" has 2 syllables: gleef · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "gleeful"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gleeful" is /ˈɡliːfəl/.

What does "gleeful" mean?▾

Gleeful: Exuberantly or triumphantly joyful.

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