How to Pronounce Incontinence

To pronounce "incontinence", say INC-ont-in-enc-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈkɒntɪnəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/ɪnˈkɒntɪnəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “incontinence”

"incontinence" has 5 syllables: inc-ont-in-enc-e. It rhymes with continence, if that helps it stick.

What does incontinence mean?

noun

  1. Lack of self-restraint, an inability to control oneself; unchastity.
  2. (urology) The inability of any of the physical organs to restrain discharges of their contents; involuntary discharge or evacuation (of urine or feces).

Synonyms

acrasiaincontinency

Antonyms

continence

Words that rhyme with incontinence

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

continence

Related words

incontinencydissolutenessself-gratificationcontinenceprostatectomyurineintemperanceimmoderation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "incontinence"?▾

"Incontinence" has 5 syllables: inc · ont · in · enc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "incontinence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "incontinence" is /ɪnˈkɒntɪnəns/.

What does "incontinence" mean?▾

Incontinence: Lack of self-restraint, an inability to control oneself; unchastity.

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