How to Pronounce "wakefulness"
word
ˈweɪkf(ə)lnəs
WAYK-fuhl-nuhs
wˈeɪkfəlnəs
WAYK-fuhl-nuhs
Definition
Wakefulness is the state of being awake, not asleep, and being alert or aware of your surroundings.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪkf(ə)lnəs
British English
wˈeɪkfəlnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYK-fuhl-nuhs
UK
WAYK-fuhl-nuhs
Listen in Context
Wakefulness is important for learning new things.
Coffee can help increase wakefulness.
Periods of wakefulness at night can make you tired during the day.
My mind drifts between wakefulness and sleep when I’m really tired.