How to Pronounce "restless"
word
/ˈɹɛstɫəs/
REST-lis
/ɹˈɛstləs/
REST-lis
Definition
Unable to relax or stay still because of worry, excitement, or boredom. Someone who is restless feels the need to move or change things.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹɛstɫəs/
British English
/ɹˈɛstləs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REST-lis
UK
REST-lis
Listen in Context
The children felt restless after sitting for a long time.
I feel restless when I cannot sleep at night.
He was restless during the meeting and kept moving in his seat.
I've been feeling restless lately and just want to get out of the house.