How to Pronounce Remiss

To pronounce "remiss", say REM-iss — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹəˈmɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɹəˈmɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “remiss”

"remiss" has 2 syllables: rem-iss. It rhymes with abyss and dismiss, if that helps it stick.

What does remiss mean?

adjective

  1. At fault; failing to fulfill responsibility, duty, or obligations.

    “I would certainly be remiss if I did not give credit where credit was due.”

  2. Not energetic or exact in duty or business; careless; tardy; slack; hence, lacking earnestness or activity; languid; slow.

Synonyms

at faultblameworthylashlaxnegligentreprehensiblecarelesslanguid

Words that rhyme with remiss

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abyssdismisshissmissblissamisskissreminiscedisvisdissthis

Related words

neglectfulnegligentdelinquentderelictcarelessneglectedrecklesswrong

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "remiss"?▾

"Remiss" has 2 syllables: rem · iss.

What is the IPA transcription of "remiss"?▾

The IPA transcription of "remiss" is /ɹəˈmɪs/.

What does "remiss" mean?▾

Remiss: At fault; failing to fulfill responsibility, duty, or obligations.

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