How to pronounce pitiless
Say it like PIT-ee-lus. Pitiless has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PIT).
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- PIT
- ee
- lus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pitiless pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- lusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of pitiless
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PIT-ee-lus.
What does pitiless mean?
- Having, or showing, no pity; merciless, ruthless.
- Having no kind feelings; unkind.
Where does pitiless come from?
From Middle English piteeles, pyteles; equivalent to pity + -less.
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Questions about saying pitiless
How do you pronounce pitiless?
Say PIT-ee-lus. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɪtiləs/. In British English it is /ˈpɪtiləs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pitiless?
Pitiless has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PIT). Broken into parts: PIT · ee · lus.
Is pitiless pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈpɪtiləs/ (PIT-ee-lus).