How to Pronounce Regretfully

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

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Syllables

11

Letters

REGR-etf-ully

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💡 Tip for remembering “regretfully”

"regretfully" has 3 syllables: regr-etf-ully. It rhymes with fretfully, if that helps it stick.

What does regretfully mean?

adverb

  1. In a regretful manner, with regret.
  2. Unfortunately, in a manner inspiring or deserving regret; used only as a sentence adverb (to introduce and modify an entire sentence).

Synonyms

ruefullysorrowfullyalasregrettablysad to saysadlyunfortunately

Words that rhyme with regretfully

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fretfully

Related words

regrettablyregretfuldeplorablylamentablyreluctantlywoefullytragicallyunfortunately

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "regretfully"?▾

"Regretfully" has 3 syllables: regr · etf · ully.

What does "regretfully" mean?▾

Regretfully: In a regretful manner, with regret.

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