How to Pronounce Inhibit

To pronounce "inhibit", say INH-ib-it — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈhɪbɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inhibit”

"inhibit" has 3 syllables: inh-ib-it. It rhymes with exhibit and prohibit, if that helps it stick.

What does inhibit mean?

verb

  1. To hold in or hold back; to keep in check; restrain.
  2. To recuse.

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Words that rhyme with inhibit

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exhibitprohibitribbithibbetttibbetttribbett

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inhibit"?▾

"Inhibit" has 3 syllables: inh · ib · it.

What is the IPA transcription of "inhibit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inhibit" is /ɪnˈhɪbɪt/.

What does "inhibit" mean?▾

Inhibit: To hold in or hold back; to keep in check; restrain.

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