How to Pronounce Relentless

To pronounce "relentless", say REL-entl-ess — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈlɛntləs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɹɪˈlɛntləs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “relentless”

"relentless" has 3 syllables: rel-entl-ess. It rhymes with scentless and gentlesse, if that helps it stick.

What does relentless mean?

adjective

  1. Unrelenting or unyielding in severity.
  2. Unremitting, steady and persistent.

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Words that rhyme with relentless

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scentlessgentlesseventless

Related words

unrelentinginexorableimplacableunappeasableunforgivingpersistentsterncontinual

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "relentless"?▾

"Relentless" has 3 syllables: rel · entl · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "relentless"?▾

The IPA transcription of "relentless" is /ɹɪˈlɛntləs/.

What does "relentless" mean?▾

Relentless: Unrelenting or unyielding in severity.

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