How to Pronounce Imbue

To pronounce "imbue", say IMB-ue — 2 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈbjuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ɪmˈbjuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “imbue”

"imbue" has 2 syllables: imb-ue. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does imbue mean?

verb

  1. To wet or stain an object completely with some physical quality.

    “The shirt was imbued with his scent.”

  2. In general, to act in a way which results in an object becoming completely permeated or impregnated by some quality.

    “The entire text is imbued with the sense of melancholy and hopelessness.”

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Words that rhyme with imbue

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "imbue"?▾

"Imbue" has 2 syllables: imb · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "imbue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "imbue" is /ɪmˈbjuː/.

What does "imbue" mean?▾

Imbue: To wet or stain an object completely with some physical quality.

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