How to pronounce inorganic
Say it like in-or-GAN-ik. Inorganic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GAN).
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- in
- or
- GAN
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inorganic 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.
- orKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- GANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of inorganic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ih-naw-GAN-ik.
What does inorganic mean?
- Relating to a compound that does not contain carbon.
- That does not originate in a living organism.
- An inorganic compound
Where does inorganic come from?
From in- + organic.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with inorganic
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Questions about saying inorganic
How do you pronounce inorganic?
Say in-or-GAN-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪnɔrˈɡænɪk/. In British English it is /ɪnɔːˈɡænɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inorganic?
Inorganic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GAN). Broken into parts: in · or · GAN · ik.
Is inorganic 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 /ɪnɔːˈɡænɪk/ (ih-naw-GAN-ik).