How to pronounce impinge
Say it like im-PINJ. Impinge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PINJ).
- im
- PINJ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Impinge pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PINJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of impinge
American and British speakers say impinge in essentially the same way: /ˌɪmˈpɪndʒ/ in the US and /ˌɪmˈpɪndʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: im-PINJ.
What does impinge mean?
- To make a physical impact on.“Loud noise can impinge on the eardrum, causing temporary hearing damage.”
- To interfere with.
- To have an effect upon, especially a negative one.
Where does impinge come from?
Borrowed from Latin impingō (“dash against, impinge”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with impinge
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of impinge.
Questions about saying impinge
How do you pronounce impinge?
Say im-PINJ. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪmˈpɪndʒ/. In British English it is /ˌɪmˈpɪndʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in impinge?
Impinge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PINJ). Broken into parts: im · PINJ.
Do Americans and Brits say impinge the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪmˈpɪndʒ/ and the British form is /ˌɪmˈpɪndʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.