How to Pronounce Wonderful

To pronounce "wonderful", say WOND-erf-ul — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈwʌn.də.fl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈwʌn.də.fl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wonderful”

"wonderful" has 3 syllables: wond-erf-ul.

What does wonderful mean?

adjective

  1. Tending to excite wonder; surprising, extraordinary.
  2. Surprisingly excellent; very good or admirable, extremely impressive.

    “They served a wonderful six-course meal.”

adverb

  1. Exceedingly, to a great extent.

Synonyms

amazingastonishingfantasticfrabjousgreatincrediblemarvelousmint

Antonyms

horribleterrible

Related words

marvelouswondroustremendousextraordinaryfantasticrattlingterrifichowling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wonderful"?▾

"Wonderful" has 3 syllables: wond · erf · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "wonderful"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wonderful" is /ˈwʌn.də.fl/.

What does "wonderful" mean?▾

Wonderful: Tending to excite wonder; surprising, extraordinary.

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