How to pronounce inness
Say it like IN-is. Inness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- is
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inness 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.
- isKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of inness
American and British speakers say inness in essentially the same way: /ˈɪnɪs/ in the US and /ˈɪnɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: IN-is.
What does inness mean?
- The quality of being in, or inside.
Where does inness come from?
From in + -ness.
Words that rhyme with inness
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of inness.
Questions about saying inness
How do you pronounce inness?
Say IN-is. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪnɪs/. In British English it is /ˈɪnɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inness?
Inness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · is.
Do Americans and Brits say inness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪnɪs/ and the British form is /ˈɪnɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.