How to Pronounce Incendiary

To pronounce "incendiary", say INC-end-iary — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈsɛn.djəɹ.i/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɪnˈsɛn.djəɹ.i/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “incendiary”

"incendiary" has 3 syllables: inc-end-iary.

What does incendiary mean?

noun

  1. Something capable of causing fire, particularly a weapon.

    “The military used incendiaries to destroy the building. Fortunately, the fire didn't spread.”

  2. One who maliciously sets fires.

adjective

  1. Capable of, or used for, or actually causing fire.
  2. Intentionally stirring up strife, riot, rebellion.

Synonyms

agitatorarsonist

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Related words

combustiblearsonistinflammatoryincitiveinstigativerabble-rousingprovocativeseditious

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "incendiary"?▾

"Incendiary" has 3 syllables: inc · end · iary.

What is the IPA transcription of "incendiary"?▾

The IPA transcription of "incendiary" is /ɪnˈsɛn.djəɹ.i/.

What does "incendiary" mean?▾

Incendiary: Something capable of causing fire, particularly a weapon.

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