How to Pronounce "futilely"
word
ˈfjutəɫ
FYOO-tl-ee
fjˈuːtaɪlli
fyoo-TIE-llee
Definition
In a way that has no effect or is pointless; trying hard but unsuccessfully.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfjutəɫ
British English
fjˈuːtaɪlli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FYOO-tl-ee
UK
fyoo-TIE-llee
Listen in Context
He futilely tried to unlock the door with the wrong key.
The soldiers futilely resisted the powerful enemy.
She futilely searched for her missing ring in the sand.
He waved his arms futilely to get the bus driver’s attention, but the bus drove away.