How to pronounce inchworm
Say it like INCH-werm. Inchworm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (INCH).
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- INCH
- werm
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inchworm pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INCHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- wermKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of inchworm
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: INCH-wurm.
What does inchworm mean?
- The larva of a moth of the family Geometridae.
- To move in a looping fashion, like an inchworm.
- To crawl or creep slowly.
Where does inchworm come from?
From inch + worm. So called because their gradual movement seems to be measuring the ground; compare measuring worm.
Questions about saying inchworm
How do you pronounce inchworm?
Say INCH-werm. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪntʃwɚm/. In British English it is /ˈɪntʃwɜːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inchworm?
Inchworm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (INCH). Broken into parts: INCH · werm.
Is inchworm pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɪntʃwɜːm/ (INCH-wurm).