How to Pronounce "incur"
word
ˌɪnˈkɝ
in-KUR
ɪnkˈɜː
in-KUR
Definition
To cause yourself to experience something unpleasant or have to deal with it, usually because of your own actions, such as costs, losses, or problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈkɝ
British English
ɪnkˈɜː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-KUR
UK
in-KUR
Listen in Context
If you drive too fast, you may incur a fine.
The company will incur extra costs this year.
You may incur problems if you ignore the instructions.
They tried to avoid incurring any unnecessary risk on the project.