How to Pronounce Influence

To pronounce "influence", say INFL-uenc-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪnfɫuəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɪnfɫuəns/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˈɪnfluːəns/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “influence”

Break "influence" into 3 beats and lean on "INFL" — that's the stressed one.

What does influence mean?

noun

  1. The power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.
  2. An action exerted by a person or thing with such power on another to cause change.

verb

  1. To have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.
  2. To exert, make use of one's influence.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "influence"?▾

To pronounce "influence", say INFL-uenc-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪnfɫuəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "influence"?▾

"Influence" has 3 syllables: infl · uenc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "influence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "influence" is /ˈɪnfɫuəns/.

What does "influence" mean?▾

Influence: The power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.

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