How to Pronounce Peaceful

To pronounce "peaceful", say PEAC-ef-ul — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpiːsfəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpiːsfəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “peaceful”

"peaceful" has 3 syllables: peac-ef-ul.

What does peaceful mean?

adjective

  1. Not at war or disturbed by strife or turmoil.

    “peaceful protest”

  2. Inclined to peace.

Synonyms

pacificpeaceableplacidstilltranquil

Antonyms

at warwarringbelligerentviolent

Related words

calmpacifisticpacifistpacificserenetranquilpeaceablepassive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "peaceful"?▾

"Peaceful" has 3 syllables: peac · ef · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "peaceful"?▾

The IPA transcription of "peaceful" is /ˈpiːsfəl/.

What does "peaceful" mean?▾

Peaceful: Not at war or disturbed by strife or turmoil.

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