How to Pronounce Inessential

To pronounce "inessential", say IN-ess-ent-ial — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

IN-ess-ent-ial

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💡 Tip for remembering “inessential”

"inessential" has 4 syllables: in-ess-ent-ial. It rhymes with unessential, if that helps it stick.

What does inessential mean?

noun

  1. (often in plural) Something that is not essential

adjective

  1. Not essential.

    “Leave inessential items behind when there is a fire alarm.”

  2. Lacking essence or being.

Synonyms

nonessentialunessentialunnecessaryunneeded

Antonyms

existentextantessential

Words that rhyme with inessential

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unessential

Related words

nonessentialunessentialunnecessaryunneededincidentalcomplementalcomplementarycompleting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inessential"?▾

"Inessential" has 4 syllables: in · ess · ent · ial.

What does "inessential" mean?▾

Inessential: (often in plural) Something that is not essential

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