How to pronounce introspect
Say it like IN-truh-spekt. Introspect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- truh
- spekt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Introspect 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.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- spektGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of introspect
American and British speakers say introspect in essentially the same way: /ˈɪntrəˌspɛkt/ in the US and /ˈɪntrəˌspɛkt/ in the UK.
British respelling: IN-truh-spekt.
What does introspect mean?
- To engage in introspection.
- To look into.
- To examine by means of type introspection.
Where does introspect come from?
From Latin intrōspectus, past participle of intrōspiciō.
Questions about saying introspect
How do you pronounce introspect?
Say IN-truh-spekt. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪntrəˌspɛkt/. In British English it is /ˈɪntrəˌspɛkt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in introspect?
Introspect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · truh · spekt.
Do Americans and Brits say introspect the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪntrəˌspɛkt/ and the British form is /ˈɪntrəˌspɛkt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.