To pronounce "needless", say NEEDL-ess — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈniːdləs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈniːdləs/
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"needless" has 2 syllables: needl-ess. It rhymes with heedless and deedless, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“This new project of yours will only be a needless expense.”
adverb
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Needless" has 2 syllables: needl · ess.
The IPA transcription of "needless" is /ˈniːdləs/.
Needless: Not needed; unnecessary.
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