How to Pronounce Pointless

To pronounce "pointless", say POINTL-ess — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɔɪntləs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

pointless

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈpɔɪntləs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pointless”

"pointless" has 2 syllables: pointl-ess. It rhymes with jointless, if that helps it stick.

What does pointless mean?

adjective

Having no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.
“a pointless knife”
Having no prominent or important feature, as of an argument, discourse, etc.
“a pointless remark”

Synonyms

blunt dull obtuse needless purposeless redundant superfluous point-free

Antonyms

pointful useful pointed sharp

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Words that rhyme with pointless

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

jointless

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pointless"?▾

"Pointless" has 2 syllables: pointl · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "pointless"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pointless" is /ˈpɔɪntləs/.

What does "pointless" mean?▾

Pointless: Having no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.

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