How to Pronounce Insistent

To pronounce "insistent", say INS-ist-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈsɪstənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪnˈsɪstənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “insistent”

"insistent" has 3 syllables: ins-ist-ent. It rhymes with persistent and distant, if that helps it stick.

What does insistent mean?

adjective

Standing or resting on something.
Urgent in dwelling upon anything; persistent in urging or maintaining.

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Words that rhyme with insistent

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

persistent distant inconsistent existent consistent assistant resistant nonexistent self-consistent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "insistent"?▾

"Insistent" has 3 syllables: ins · ist · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "insistent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "insistent" is /ɪnˈsɪstənt/.

What does "insistent" mean?▾

Insistent: Standing or resting on something.

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