How to pronounce inbox
Say it like IN-boks. Inbox has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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US American/ˈɪnˌbɑks/IN-boks
UK British/ˈɪnˌbɒks/IN-boks
- IN
- boks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inbox pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- boksGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of inbox
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: IN-boks.
What does inbox mean?
noun
- A container in which papers to be dealt with are put.
- An electronic folder serving the same purpose, but for electronic files, especially email.
- The aggregate of items that demand one's attention or effort.“The kids, my ex, my parents, the job, bills, my inbox is full.”
- To put (something) in someone's inbox.“I just inboxed you the presentation.”
- To communicate with (a person) by writing to their electronic inbox.
Where does inbox come from?
From in + box.
Questions about saying inbox
How do you pronounce inbox?
Say IN-boks. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪnˌbɑks/. In British English it is /ˈɪnˌbɒks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inbox?
Inbox has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · boks.
Is inbox pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈɪnˌbɒks/ (IN-boks).