How to Pronounce Insist

To pronounce "insist", say INS-ist — 2 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈsɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɪnˈsɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “insist”

"insist" has 2 syllables: ins-ist. It rhymes with tryst and mist, if that helps it stick.

What does insist mean?

verb

  1. (with on or upon or (that + ordinary verb form)) To hold up a claim emphatically.

    “I insist that my secretary dresses nicely.”

  2. (sometimes with on or upon or (that + subjunctive)) To demand continually that something happen or be done.

    “I insist that my secretary dress nicely.”

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Words that rhyme with insist

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trystmistjustassistsubsisttwistpersisthissedpissedresistdismissedconsist

Related words

importuneassertinsistenceperseverepersistabidecontinuekeep

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "insist"?▾

"Insist" has 2 syllables: ins · ist.

What is the IPA transcription of "insist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "insist" is /ɪnˈsɪst/.

What does "insist" mean?▾

Insist: (with on or upon or (that + ordinary verb form)) To hold up a claim emphatically.

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