How to pronounce irrespective
Say it like ir-uh-SPEK-tiv. Irrespective has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SPEK).
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- ir
- uh
- SPEK
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Irrespective pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- irGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SPEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of irrespective
American and British speakers say irrespective in essentially the same way: /ˌɪrəˈspɛktɪv/ in the US and /ɪrɪˈspɛktɪv/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-rih-SPEK-tiv.
What does irrespective mean?
- Heedless, regardless.
- Without regard for conditions, circumstances, or consequences; unbiased; independent; impartial.
Where does irrespective come from?
From ir- + respective.
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Words that rhyme with irrespective
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Questions about saying irrespective
How do you pronounce irrespective?
Say ir-uh-SPEK-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪrəˈspɛktɪv/. In British English it is /ɪrɪˈspɛktɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in irrespective?
Irrespective has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SPEK). Broken into parts: ir · uh · SPEK · tiv.
Do Americans and Brits say irrespective the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪrəˈspɛktɪv/ and the British form is /ɪrɪˈspɛktɪv/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.