The word "hireless" is spelled with three syllables: /ˈhaɪr.ləs/. The first syllable "haɪr" represents the phonetic sound of "h" followed by the long vowel sound /aɪ/. The second syllable "lə" represents the reduced vowel sound /ə/. The final syllable "s" represents the voiceless consonant sound /s/. In terms of meaning, "hireless" refers to a state of being without employment or unable to obtain a job.
Without hire.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.