How to Pronounce Ins

To pronounce "ins", say INS — one syllable, IPA /ɪnz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ɪnz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ins”

"ins" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with bins and skins, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: inns — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ins mean?

noun

  1. A position of power or influence, or a way to get it.

    “His parents got him an in with the company.”

  2. (chiefly in the plural) One who, or that which, is in; especially, one who is in office.

noun

  1. Abbreviation of inch; inches.

Antonyms

out

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Words that rhyme with ins

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

binsskinsspinswinzegrinssinschinsshinsfinstinsbuckskinsfinns

Related words

cbsnsisnihnsiestablishmentimmigrationwithoutelected

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ins"?▾

"Ins" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ins"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ins" is /ɪnz/.

What does "ins" mean?▾

Ins: A position of power or influence, or a way to get it.

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