How to Pronounce Inscribe

To pronounce "inscribe", say INSCR-ib-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈskɹaɪb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪnˈskɹaɪb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inscribe”

"inscribe" has 3 syllables: inscr-ib-e. It rhymes with vibe and imbibe, if that helps it stick.

What does inscribe mean?

verb

To write or cut (words) onto (something, especially a hard surface, or a book to be given to another person); to engrave.
“I inscribed my name into the book.”
To draw a circle, sphere, etc. inside a polygon, polyhedron, etc. and tangent to all its sides.

Synonyms

enwrite inwrite

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Words that rhyme with inscribe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vibe imbibe ascribe diatribe jibe describe tribe scribe transcribe proscribe circumscribe prescribe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inscribe"?▾

"Inscribe" has 3 syllables: inscr · ib · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "inscribe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inscribe" is /ɪnˈskɹaɪb/.

What does "inscribe" mean?▾

Inscribe: To write or cut (words) onto (something, especially a hard surface, or a book to be given to another person); to engrave.

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