How to Pronounce Rootless

To pronounce "rootless", say ROOTL-ess — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

ROOTL-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “rootless”

"rootless" has 2 syllables: rootl-ess. It rhymes with fruitless and bootless, if that helps it stick.

What does rootless mean?

adjective

  1. Of a plant or another thing, having no roots.
  2. Being a wanderer; having no ties to a particular locale.

Antonyms

rooted

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Words that rhyme with rootless

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fruitlessbootless

Related words

unsettledvagabondcosmopolitancosmopolitansleaflessoriginlessshootlessearthless

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rootless"?▾

"Rootless" has 2 syllables: rootl · ess.

What does "rootless" mean?▾

Rootless: Of a plant or another thing, having no roots.

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