To pronounce "inappropriate", say IN-appr-opr-iat-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌɪnəˈpɹəʊpɹi.ət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˌɪnəˈpɹəʊpɹi.ət/
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"inappropriate" has 5 syllables: in-appr-opr-iat-e. It rhymes with appropriate, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“It is inappropriate to burp at a formal dinner.”
“kids saying inappropriate things”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Inappropriate" has 5 syllables: in · appr · opr · iat · e.
The IPA transcription of "inappropriate" is /ˌɪnəˈpɹəʊpɹi.ət/.
Inappropriate: Not appropriate; not suitable for the situation, time, or place.
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