How to Pronounce "idleness"
word
ˈaɪdəɫnəs
EYE-duhl-nuhs
ˈaɪdəlnəs
EYE-duhl-nuhs
Definition
The state of being inactive, doing nothing, or avoiding work; being idle.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaɪdəɫnəs
British English
ˈaɪdəlnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EYE-duhl-nuhs
UK
EYE-duhl-nuhs
Listen in Context
Idleness can lead to boredom.
He was punished for his idleness at school.
Many people disapprove of idleness.
After months of idleness, he decided to look for a job.