How to pronounce insofar
Say it like IN-suh-far. Insofar has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- suh
- far
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Insofar 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.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- farKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of insofar
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 3.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: in-soh-FAH.
What does insofar mean?
- To such a degree or extent.“The plan was successful, insofar (as) it saved money.”
- Insofar as.
Where does insofar come from?
Univerbation of in + so + far.
Questions about saying insofar
How do you pronounce insofar?
Say IN-suh-far. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪnsəfɑr/. In British English it is /ɪnsəʊˈfɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in insofar?
Insofar has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · suh · far.
Is insofar pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 3. The British form is /ɪnsəʊˈfɑː/ (in-soh-FAH).