How to Pronounce Inferred

To pronounce "inferred", say INF-err-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈfɜːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɪnˈfɜːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inferred”

"inferred" has 3 syllables: inf-err-ed. It rhymes with absurd and spurred, if that helps it stick.

What does inferred 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 inferred

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absurdspurredstirredconferredinterrednerddemurredpurredpreferreddeferredconcurredword

Related words

allegedappliedassumedclaimedconcludedconstrueddebiteddeduced

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inferred"?▾

"Inferred" has 3 syllables: inf · err · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "inferred"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inferred" is /ɪnˈfɜːd/.

What does "inferred" mean?▾

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

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