How to Pronounce Inward-looking

To pronounce "inward-looking", say INW-ardl-ook-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

INW-ardl-ook-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “inward-looking”

"inward-looking" has 4 syllables: inw-ardl-ook-ing.

What does inward-looking mean?

adjective

  1. Concerned primarily with one's own objectives, priorities, etc.; insular

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Related words

self-absorbedintrospectiveintrovertedinwardclosedfallbackself-regardingselfish

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How many syllables are in "inward-looking"?▾

"Inward-looking" has 4 syllables: inw · ardl · ook · ing.

What does "inward-looking" mean?▾

Inward-looking: Concerned primarily with one's own objectives, priorities, etc.; insular

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