How to Pronounce Innocuous

To pronounce "innocuous", say INN-oc-uous — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪˈnɒkjuəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪˈnɒkjuəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “innocuous”

"innocuous" has 3 syllables: inn-oc-uous.

What does innocuous mean?

adjective

  1. Harmless; producing no ill effect.
  2. Inoffensive; unprovocative; not exceptional.

Synonyms

harmlessinnoxiousnonpoisonousnontoxicundamagingunharmfuluncontroversial

Antonyms

harmfulnocuousnoxiouspoisonoustoxic

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Related words

harmlessinnoxiousinnocentinoffensiveunobjectionableuncontroversialinsipidsafe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "innocuous"?▾

"Innocuous" has 3 syllables: inn · oc · uous.

What is the IPA transcription of "innocuous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "innocuous" is /ɪˈnɒkjuəs/.

What does "innocuous" mean?▾

Innocuous: Harmless; producing no ill effect.

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