How to pronounce earless
Say it like EER-lus. Earless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EER).
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- EER
- lus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Earless pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- lusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of earless
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EER-lus.
What does earless mean?
- Lacking ears.“Earless seals are probably more hydrodynamic without ear lobes.”
Where does earless come from?
From ear + -less.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying earless
How do you pronounce earless?
Say EER-lus. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪrləs/. In British English it is /ˈɪələs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in earless?
Earless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EER). Broken into parts: EER · lus.
Is earless 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 /ˈɪələs/ (EER-lus).