How to pronounce effortless
Say it like EF-ert-lus. Effortless has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EF).
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- EF
- ert
- lus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Effortless pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ertKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- lusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of effortless
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EF-ut-lus.
What does effortless mean?
- Without effort.“She made the move look completely effortless.”
Where does effortless come from?
From effort + -less.
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Questions about saying effortless
How do you pronounce effortless?
Say EF-ert-lus. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛfɚtləs/. In British English it is /ˈɛfətləs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in effortless?
Effortless has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EF). Broken into parts: EF · ert · lus.
Is effortless 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 /ˈɛfətləs/ (EF-ut-lus).