How to Pronounce Thankless

To pronounce "thankless", say THANKL-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

9

Letters

THANKL-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “thankless”

"thankless" has 2 syllables: thankl-ess. It rhymes with tankless and clankless, if that helps it stick.

What does thankless mean?

adjective

  1. (of a task) not appreciated or rewarded
  2. (of a person) ungrateful or unappreciative

Antonyms

thankful

Words that rhyme with thankless

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tanklessclankless

Related words

ungratefulunthankfulunrewardingungratifyingunappreciativeunappreciatedarrantinvidious

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thankless"?▾

"Thankless" has 2 syllables: thankl · ess.

What does "thankless" mean?▾

Thankless: (of a task) not appreciated or rewarded

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