How to Pronounce “inter”

American (US)

/ɪnˈtɚ/

British (UK)

/ɪnˈtɜː/

Australian (AU)

/ɪnˈtɜː/

verb — To bury in a grave.

Where the stress falls. “inter” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ɪnˈtɚ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "inter" mean?

inter (verb): To bury in a grave.

How do you pronounce "inter" in American vs British English?

American English: /ɪnˈtɚ/. British English: /ɪnˈtɜː/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "inter"?

/ɪnˈtɚ/ in American English, /ɪnˈtɜː/ in British English, /ɪnˈtɜː/ in Australian English.

Which syllable is stressed in "inter"?

“inter” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ɪnˈtɚ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

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