How to pronounce termless
Say it like TURM-lis. Termless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TURM).
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- TURM
- lis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Termless pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- lisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of termless
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TURM-lis.
What does termless mean?
- Not terminating; having no end, limit, or boundary
- inexpressible; indescribable
Where does termless come from?
From term + -less.
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Questions about saying termless
How do you pronounce termless?
Say TURM-lis. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝmlɪs/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːmlɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in termless?
Termless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TURM). Broken into parts: TURM · lis.
Is termless 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 /ˈtɜːmlɪs/ (TURM-lis).