How to Pronounce Ineffectual

To pronounce "ineffectual", say IN-eff-ect-ual — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

IN-eff-ect-ual

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💡 Tip for remembering “ineffectual”

"ineffectual" has 4 syllables: in-eff-ect-ual. It rhymes with intellectual, if that helps it stick.

What does ineffectual mean?

adjective

  1. Unable or insufficient to produce effect.
  2. Worthless.

Synonyms

futile

Antonyms

effectual

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Words that rhyme with ineffectual

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intellectual

Related words

ineffectiveotioseunproductiveunavailinguselessfutileunableimpotent

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How many syllables are in "ineffectual"?▾

"Ineffectual" has 4 syllables: in · eff · ect · ual.

What does "ineffectual" mean?▾

Ineffectual: Unable or insufficient to produce effect.

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