How to Pronounce Inflexible

To pronounce "inflexible", say INFL-ex-ibl-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈflɛksəbl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɪnˈflɛksəbl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inflexible”

"inflexible" has 4 syllables: infl-ex-ibl-e. It rhymes with flexible, if that helps it stick.

What does inflexible mean?

adjective

  1. Not flexible; not capable of bending or being bent
  2. Not willing to change, e.g. one's opinion or habits

Synonyms

firmrigidstiffunyieldingunflexible

Antonyms

flexible

Words that rhyme with inflexible

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flexible

Related words

unyieldingunbendingintransigentuncompromisingadamantinexorableunadaptablestiff

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inflexible"?▾

"Inflexible" has 4 syllables: infl · ex · ibl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "inflexible"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inflexible" is /ɪnˈflɛksəbl̩/.

What does "inflexible" mean?▾

Inflexible: Not flexible; not capable of bending or being bent

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