How to Pronounce Insists

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪnˈsɪsts/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “insists”

"insists" has 2 syllables: ins-ists. It rhymes with persists and enlists, if that helps it stick.

What does insists 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.”

Words that rhyme with insists

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

persistsenlistswriststwistsexistsfistsresistslistscystsmistsassistsrecidivists

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "insists"?▾

"Insists" has 2 syllables: ins · ists.

What is the IPA transcription of "insists"?▾

The IPA transcription of "insists" is /ɪnˈsɪsts/.

What does "insists" mean?▾

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

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