How to Pronounce "gainful"
word
ˈɡeɪnfəɫ
GAYN-fuhl
ɡˈeɪnfəl
GAYN-fuhl
Definition
If something is gainful, it provides money or another kind of material benefit, especially referring to work or activities that earn an income.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡeɪnfəɫ
British English
ɡˈeɪnfəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GAYN-fuhl
UK
GAYN-fuhl
Listen in Context
He is looking for gainful employment after graduating.
A gainful business must generate consistent profits.
She finally found gainful work after months of searching.
Many people struggle to find gainful jobs in a tough economy.