How to Pronounce Nerveless

To pronounce "nerveless", say NERV-el-ess — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈnɜː(ɹ)vləs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈnɜː(ɹ)vləs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nerveless”

"nerveless" has 3 syllables: nerv-el-ess.

What does nerveless mean?

adjective

  1. Lacking nerve: fearful; cowardly.
  2. Lacking a nervous system.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nerveless"?▾

"Nerveless" has 3 syllables: nerv · el · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "nerveless"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nerveless" is /ˈnɜː(ɹ)vləs/.

What does "nerveless" mean?▾

Nerveless: Lacking nerve: fearful; cowardly.

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