How to Pronounce Infringement

To pronounce "infringement", say INFR-ing-em-ent — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈfɹɪndʒmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ɪnˈfɹɪndʒmənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “infringement”

"infringement" has 4 syllables: infr-ing-em-ent.

What does infringement mean?

noun

  1. A violation or breach, as of a law.
  2. An encroachment on a right, a person, a territory, or a property.

Antonyms

noninfringement

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Related words

violationinfractionoffensemisdemeanourmisdemeanoroffenceviolatedviolative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "infringement"?▾

"Infringement" has 4 syllables: infr · ing · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "infringement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "infringement" is /ɪnˈfɹɪndʒmənt/.

What does "infringement" mean?▾

Infringement: A violation or breach, as of a law.

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