To pronounce "skilful", say SKILF-ul — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskɪlfəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈskɪlfəl/
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"skilful" has 2 syllables: skilf-ul. It rhymes with wilful and thrillful, if that helps it stick.
adjective
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Skilful" has 2 syllables: skilf · ul.
The IPA transcription of "skilful" is /ˈskɪlfəl/.
Skilful: Possessing skill, skilled.
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