How to Pronounce Regretful

To pronounce "regretful", say REGR-etf-ul — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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REGR-etf-ul

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💡 Tip for remembering “regretful”

"regretful" has 3 syllables: regr-etf-ul. It rhymes with fretful and forgetful, if that helps it stick.

What does regretful mean?

adjective

  1. Full of feelings of regret, indulging in regrets.
  2. Sorrowful about what has been lost or done.

Synonyms

repiningruefulsorrowful

Words that rhyme with regretful

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fretfulforgetfulthreatfulnetful

Related words

sorryregrettableregretfullyregrettablydeplorableunfortunatelylamentableunfortunate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "regretful"?▾

"Regretful" has 3 syllables: regr · etf · ul.

What does "regretful" mean?▾

Regretful: Full of feelings of regret, indulging in regrets.

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