How to Pronounce Instant

To pronounce "instant", say INST-ant — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɪnstənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɪnstənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “instant”

"instant" has 2 syllables: inst-ant.

What does instant mean?

noun

  1. A very short period of time; a moment.

    “She paused for only an instant, which was just enough time for John to change the subject.”

  2. A single, usually precise, point in time.

    “The instant the alarm went off, he fled the building.”

noun

  1. A camera that uses self-developing film to create a chemically developed print shortly after the photograph is taken.

Synonyms

instant

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "instant"?▾

"Instant" has 2 syllables: inst · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "instant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "instant" is /ˈɪnstənt/.

What does "instant" mean?▾

Instant: A very short period of time; a moment.

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