How to Pronounce environment

Language: English   IPA: /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/

Pronunciation explanation

en-VY-run-munt. Four syllables. Often mispronounced as "en-VY-ern-munt" (adding an extra syllable) or "en-VI-ment" (dropping a syllable). The "iron" in the middle is a key marker.

Practice tip

en-VY-run-munt. Four syllables. Find "iron" in the middle: en-VI-RON-ment.

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