How to Pronounce Spineless

To pronounce "spineless", say SPIN-el-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

SPIN-el-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “spineless”

"spineless" has 3 syllables: spin-el-ess. It rhymes with fineless and wineless, if that helps it stick.

What does spineless mean?

adjective

  1. Having no spine.
  2. Cowardly; uncourageous.

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Words that rhyme with spineless

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finelesswineless

Related words

gutlesswishy-washynamby-pambyweakcowardlywimpfeebleunarmed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spineless"?▾

"Spineless" has 3 syllables: spin · el · ess.

What does "spineless" mean?▾

Spineless: Having no spine.

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