How to Pronounce Willful

To pronounce "willful", say WILLF-ul — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

WILLF-ul

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💡 Tip for remembering “willful”

"willful" has 2 syllables: willf-ul. It rhymes with skillful, if that helps it stick.

What does willful mean?

adjective

  1. Intentional; deliberate.
  2. Stubborn and determined.

Synonyms

headstrongobstinateself-willedspitefulvolitionalvoluntary

Words that rhyme with willful

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skillful

Related words

self-willedheadstrongvoluntaryfrowarddisobedientwilfulintentionaldeliberate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "willful"?▾

"Willful" has 2 syllables: willf · ul.

What does "willful" mean?▾

Willful: Intentional; deliberate.

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