How to pronounce carefulness
Say it like KAIR-ful-nes. Carefulness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAIR).
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- KAIR
- ful
- nes
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Carefulness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- fulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nesGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of carefulness
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAIR-ful-nes.
What does carefulness mean?
- The state of being careful.
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Questions about saying carefulness
How do you pronounce carefulness?
Say KAIR-ful-nes. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɛrfəlˌnɛs/. In British English it is /ˈkɛəfəlˌnɛs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in carefulness?
Carefulness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAIR). Broken into parts: KAIR · ful · nes.
Is carefulness pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɛəfəlˌnɛs/ (KAIR-ful-nes).