How to Pronounce Inbound

To pronounce "inbound", say INB-ound — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

INB-ound

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💡 Tip for remembering “inbound”

"inbound" has 2 syllables: inb-ound. It rhymes with profound and expound, if that helps it stick.

What does inbound mean?

noun

  1. (logistics) An inbound shipment.

verb

  1. To pass a ball inbounds

    “Smith inbounds the ball to Johnson.”

adjective

  1. Coming in, heading inwards

Antonyms

outbound

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Words that rhyme with inbound

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profoundexpoundresoundrenownedsoundconfoundgroundreboundstoundroundcompoundpound

Related words

incominginwardarrivingoutsetcomingarrivalarriveentry

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inbound"?▾

"Inbound" has 2 syllables: inb · ound.

What does "inbound" mean?▾

Inbound: (logistics) An inbound shipment.

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