How to Pronounce Nettlesome

To pronounce "nettlesome", say NETTL-es-om-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

NETTL-es-om-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “nettlesome”

"nettlesome" has 4 syllables: nettl-es-om-e. It rhymes with mettlesome, if that helps it stick.

What does nettlesome mean?

adjective

  1. (of a person, thing, situation, etc.) Causing irritation, annoyance, or discomfort; bothersome, irksome.

    “My poison ivy rash is very nettlesome.”

  2. (of a task, problem, etc.) Thorny; difficult to deal with, especially due to being complex or tricky.

    “Be careful what you say to him; he's a nettlesome fellow.”

Words that rhyme with nettlesome

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mettlesome

Related words

annoyingplaguybothersomepeskyvexingvexatiousgallingirritating

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nettlesome"?▾

"Nettlesome" has 4 syllables: nettl · es · om · e.

What does "nettlesome" mean?▾

Nettlesome: (of a person, thing, situation, etc.) Causing irritation, annoyance, or discomfort; bothersome, irksome.

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