How to Pronounce Penniless

To pronounce "penniless", say PENN-il-ess — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛ.nɪ.ləs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɛ.nɪ.ləs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “penniless”

"penniless" has 3 syllables: penn-il-ess.

What does penniless mean?

adjective

  1. Lacking even the smallest amount of money.

Synonyms

farthingless

Related words

impecuniouspoorpenuriouspinchedpowerlesshelplessimpotentbankrupt

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "penniless"?▾

"Penniless" has 3 syllables: penn · il · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "penniless"?▾

The IPA transcription of "penniless" is /ˈpɛ.nɪ.ləs/.

What does "penniless" mean?▾

Penniless: Lacking even the smallest amount of money.

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