How to Pronounce Shameful

To pronounce "shameful", say SHAM-ef-ul — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈʃeɪmfəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈʃeɪmfəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shameful”

"shameful" has 3 syllables: sham-ef-ul. It rhymes with blameful and gameful, if that helps it stick.

What does shameful mean?

adjective

  1. Causing or meriting shame or disgrace; disgraceful
  2. Giving offense.

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Words that rhyme with shameful

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blamefulgameful

Related words

disgracefulignominiousopprobriousscandalousdishonourabledishonorableingloriousimmoral

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shameful"?▾

"Shameful" has 3 syllables: sham · ef · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "shameful"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shameful" is /ˈʃeɪmfəl/.

What does "shameful" mean?▾

Shameful: Causing or meriting shame or disgrace; disgraceful

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