How to Pronounce Inroads

To pronounce "inroads", say INR-oads — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɪnɹəʊdz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɪnɹəʊdz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inroads”

"inroads" has 2 syllables: inr-oads. It rhymes with crossroads and loads, if that helps it stick.

What does inroads mean?

noun

  1. An advance into enemy territory, an incursion, an attempted invasion
  2. (usually plural) progress made toward accomplishing a goal or solving a problem

Words that rhyme with inroads

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crossroadsloadsimplodesroadstoadsexplodesnodescorrodeserodescodesdownloadsnematodes

Related words

achievementsadvancementadvancementsadvancesavancesbreakthroughsdevelopmentsforays

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inroads"?▾

"Inroads" has 2 syllables: inr · oads.

What is the IPA transcription of "inroads"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inroads" is /ˈɪnɹəʊdz/.

What does "inroads" mean?▾

Inroads: An advance into enemy territory, an incursion, an attempted invasion

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