How to pronounce innie
Say it like IN-ee. Innie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Innie 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.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of innie
American and British speakers say innie in essentially the same way: /ˈɪni/ in the US and /ˈɪni/ in the UK.
British respelling: IN-ee.
What does innie mean?
- A navel that is formed of a hollow in the abdomen (as opposed to one that protrudes from the abdomen).
- An introvert.
Where does innie come from?
From in + -ie.
Words that rhyme with innie
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of innie.
Questions about saying innie
How do you pronounce innie?
Say IN-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪni/. In British English it is /ˈɪni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in innie?
Innie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say innie the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪni/ and the British form is /ˈɪni/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.