How to Pronounce Interim

To pronounce "interim", say INT-er-im — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪntəɹɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɪntəɹɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “interim”

"interim" has 3 syllables: int-er-im.

What does interim mean?

noun

  1. A transitional or temporary period between other events.

    “His car is in the shop, but they gave him a rental to drive in the interim.”

adjective

  1. Transitional.

    “Iraq's government is interim.”

  2. Temporary.

    “You are interim manager until he returns from hospital.”

Synonyms

between-timecaretakerprovisional

Related words

temporaryimpermanentlagprovisionallytemporarilyshort-termmeanwhiletransitory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "interim"?▾

"Interim" has 3 syllables: int · er · im.

What is the IPA transcription of "interim"?▾

The IPA transcription of "interim" is /ˈɪntəɹɪm/.

What does "interim" mean?▾

Interim: A transitional or temporary period between other events.

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