How to pronounce indifference
Say it like in-DIF-uh-runs. Indifference has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DIF).
- in
- DIF
- uh
- runs
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Indifference pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- DIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- runsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of indifference
American and British speakers say indifference in essentially the same way: /ˌɪnˈdɪfərəns/ in the US and /ɪnˈdɪfərəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-DIF-uh-runs.
What does indifference mean?
- The state of being indifferent.
- Unbiased impartiality.
- Unemotional apathy.“His daughter's indifference towards the sexist group made him wonder if she felt no empathy for the bullied.”
Where does indifference come from?
From Middle French indifférence, from Late Latin indifferentia.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying indifference
How do you pronounce indifference?
Say in-DIF-uh-runs. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪnˈdɪfərəns/. In British English it is /ɪnˈdɪfərəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in indifference?
Indifference has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DIF). Broken into parts: in · DIF · uh · runs.
Do Americans and Brits say indifference the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪnˈdɪfərəns/ and the British form is /ɪnˈdɪfərəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.