How to Pronounce "inference"
word
ˈɪnfɝəns
IN-fur-uhns
ˈɪnfəɹəns
IN-fuh-ruhns
Definition
An inference is a conclusion that you reach based on evidence and reasoning instead of direct statements or obvious facts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪnfɝəns
British English
ˈɪnfəɹəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-fur-uhns
UK
IN-fuh-ruhns
Listen in Context
The scientist made an inference from the data.
Your inference was correct.
We made an inference that the house was empty.
Based on her reaction, my inference is that she already knew.