How to Pronounce Willfully

To pronounce "willfully", say WILLF-ully — 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

WILLF-ully

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💡 Tip for remembering “willfully”

"willfully" has 2 syllables: willf-ully. It rhymes with wilfully and skillfully, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: wilfully — easy to mix up when writing.

What does willfully mean?

adverb

  1. Willingly, of one's own free will.
  2. Deliberately, on purpose; maliciously.

Words that rhyme with willfully

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wilfullyskillfully

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "willfully"?▾

"Willfully" has 2 syllables: willf · ully.

What does "willfully" mean?▾

Willfully: Willingly, of one's own free will.

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