How to Pronounce Ingrown

To pronounce "ingrown", say INGR-own — 2 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈɡɹəʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪnˈɡɹəʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ingrown”

"ingrown" has 2 syllables: ingr-own.

What does ingrown mean?

adjective

  1. That has grown inwards or abnormally towards (a part of the body)

    “an ingrown toenail”

Related words

ingrowingunhealthytoenailtoenailsingressiveindwellinginwardincessive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ingrown"?▾

"Ingrown" has 2 syllables: ingr · own.

What is the IPA transcription of "ingrown"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ingrown" is /ɪnˈɡɹəʊn/.

What does "ingrown" mean?▾

Ingrown: That has grown inwards or abnormally towards (a part of the body)

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