How to Pronounce Infer

To pronounce "infer", say INF-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈfɜː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ɪnˈfɜː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “infer”

"infer" has 2 syllables: inf-er. It rhymes with concur and stir, if that helps it stick.

What does infer mean?

verb

  1. To introduce (something) as a reasoned conclusion; to conclude by reasoning or deduction, as from premises or evidence.
  2. To lead to (something) as a consequence; to imply. (Now often considered incorrect, especially with a person as subject.)

Synonyms

assumeconcludeconstruededuceeduce

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Words that rhyme with infer

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concurstirdeferincurtransferslurspurdemurcurburrconnoisseuramateur

Related words

deduceextrapolatederiveguessunderstandgeneralizegatherdeduct

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "infer"?▾

"Infer" has 2 syllables: inf · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "infer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "infer" is /ɪnˈfɜː/.

What does "infer" mean?▾

Infer: To introduce (something) as a reasoned conclusion; to conclude by reasoning or deduction, as from premises or evidence.

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