How to Pronounce Joblessness

To pronounce "joblessness", say JOBL-essn-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

JOBL-essn-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “joblessness”

"joblessness" has 3 syllables: jobl-essn-ess.

What does joblessness mean?

noun

  1. The state of being jobless or unemployed
  2. The phenomenon or level of unemployment in an economy

Synonyms

unemployment

Related words

unemploymentunemployedworklessnesscareerlessnessdisoccupationwagelessnessunworkdisemployment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "joblessness"?▾

"Joblessness" has 3 syllables: jobl · essn · ess.

What does "joblessness" mean?▾

Joblessness: The state of being jobless or unemployed

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