To pronounce "imbibe", say IMB-ib-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈbaɪb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
imbibe
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/ɪmˈbaɪb/
IPA
"imbibe" has 3 syllables: imb-ib-e. It rhymes with vibe and ascribe, if that helps it stick.
verb
“to imbibe knowledge”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Imbibe" has 3 syllables: imb · ib · e.
The IPA transcription of "imbibe" is /ɪmˈbaɪb/.
Imbibe: To drink (used frequently of alcoholic beverages).
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