How to Pronounce Irrespective

To pronounce "irrespective", say IRR-esp-ect-iv-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪɹɪˈspɛktɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/ɪɹɪˈspɛktɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “irrespective”

"irrespective" has 5 syllables: irr-esp-ect-iv-e. It rhymes with objective and perspective, if that helps it stick.

What does irrespective mean?

adjective

  1. Heedless, regardless
  2. Without regard for conditions, circumstances, or consequences; unbiased; independent; impartial.

    “an irrespective judgment”

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Words that rhyme with irrespective

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

objectiveperspectivecollectiveprospectivereflectiveeffectiveintrospectivedefectiveinvectivesubjectiveineffectiveretrospective

Related words

regardlessdisregardlessirregardlessdisregardingirrespectivelyindiscriminatelyindistinctlyunconditionally

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "irrespective"?▾

"Irrespective" has 5 syllables: irr · esp · ect · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "irrespective"?▾

The IPA transcription of "irrespective" is /ɪɹɪˈspɛktɪv/.

What does "irrespective" mean?▾

Irrespective: Heedless, regardless

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