How to Pronounce Incidents

To pronounce "incidents", say INC-id-ents — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪn.sɪ.dənts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɪn.sɪ.dənts/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “incidents”

"incidents" has 3 syllables: inc-id-ents.

What does incidents mean?

noun

  1. An event or occurrence.

    “It was an incident that he hoped to forget.”

  2. A (relatively minor) event that is incidental to, or related to others.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "incidents"?▾

"Incidents" has 3 syllables: inc · id · ents.

What is the IPA transcription of "incidents"?▾

The IPA transcription of "incidents" is /ˈɪn.sɪ.dənts/.

What does "incidents" mean?▾

Incidents: An event or occurrence.

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