How to pronounce innings
Say it like IN-ingz. Innings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- ingz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Innings 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.
- ingzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of innings
American and British speakers say innings in essentially the same way: /ˈɪnɪŋz/ in the US and /ˈɪnɪŋz/ in the UK.
British respelling: IN-ingz.
What does innings mean?
- the batting turn of a cricket player or team
Where does innings come from?
From the old verb inn (“to house corn”).
Questions about saying innings
How do you pronounce innings?
Say IN-ingz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪnɪŋz/. In British English it is /ˈɪnɪŋz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in innings?
Innings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · ingz.
Do Americans and Brits say innings the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪnɪŋz/ and the British form is /ˈɪnɪŋz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.