Como Pronunciar "ness"
word
/ˈnɛs/
nes
/nˈɛs/
nes
Definição
A suffix used to form nouns from adjectives, showing a state, quality, or condition (for example, "happiness" from "happy").
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
/ˈnɛs/
Inglês Britânico
/nˈɛs/
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
nes
UK
nes
Ouça em Contexto
The word "happiness" is formed by adding -ness to "happy".
Many English adjectives become nouns with the -ness suffix.
Teachers often explain the meaning of -ness to help students build vocabulary.
If you're not sure about a noun, check if it ends in -ness—that’s a helpful clue.