How to pronounce inane
Say it like ih-NAYN. Inane has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAYN).
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- ih
- NAYN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inane pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- NAYNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of inane
American and British speakers say inane in essentially the same way: /ɪˈneɪn/ in the US and /ɪˈneɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-NAYN.
What does inane mean?
- Lacking sense or meaning, often to the point of boredom or annoyance.
- Purposeless; pointless.
- That which is void or empty.
Where does inane come from?
From Latin inānis (“empty, vain, useless”), of unknown origin.
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Words that rhyme with inane
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Questions about saying inane
How do you pronounce inane?
Say ih-NAYN. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈneɪn/. In British English it is /ɪˈneɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inane?
Inane has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAYN). Broken into parts: ih · NAYN.
Do Americans and Brits say inane the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈneɪn/ and the British form is /ɪˈneɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.