How to Pronounce Sinful

To pronounce "sinful", say SINF-ul — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪnfəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsɪnfəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sinful”

"sinful" has 2 syllables: sinf-ul.

What does sinful mean?

adjective

  1. Constituting a sin; being morally or religiously wrong; wicked; evil
  2. Decadent (luxuriously self-indulgent)

Antonyms

sinless

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Related words

iniquitousunholywickedungodlyunrighteousevildisgracefulshameful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sinful"?▾

"Sinful" has 2 syllables: sinf · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "sinful"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sinful" is /ˈsɪnfəl/.

What does "sinful" mean?▾

Sinful: Constituting a sin; being morally or religiously wrong; wicked; evil

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