How to Pronounce Harmless

To pronounce "harmless", say HARML-ess — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɑːmləs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

harmless

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈhɑːmləs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “harmless”

"harmless" has 2 syllables: harml-ess. It rhymes with charmless and armless, if that helps it stick.

What does harmless mean?

adjective

Incapable of causing harm or danger; safe.
Not intended to harm; inoffensive.

Synonyms

benign innocent innocuous undamaging

Antonyms

harmful

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Words that rhyme with harmless

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

charmless armless

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "harmless"?▾

"Harmless" has 2 syllables: harml · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "harmless"?▾

The IPA transcription of "harmless" is /ˈhɑːmləs/.

What does "harmless" mean?▾

Harmless: Incapable of causing harm or danger; safe.

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