How to Pronounce Inhuman

To pronounce "inhuman", say INH-um-an — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈhjuːmən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪnˈhjuːmən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inhuman”

"inhuman" has 3 syllables: inh-um-an. It rhymes with acumen and numen, if that helps it stick.

What does inhuman mean?

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to inhumanity and the indifferently cruel, sadistic or barbaric behavior it brings.

Antonyms

humane

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Words that rhyme with inhuman

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acumennumenlumennonhumanluminealbuminbitumensuperhumancrewmanrumencuminsubhuman

Related words

inhumaneinsensatenonhumancoldcold-bloodedcruelcallousinhumanity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inhuman"?▾

"Inhuman" has 3 syllables: inh · um · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "inhuman"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inhuman" is /ɪnˈhjuːmən/.

What does "inhuman" mean?▾

Inhuman: Of or pertaining to inhumanity and the indifferently cruel, sadistic or barbaric behavior it brings.

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