How to Pronounce "invents"
word
ˌɪnˈvɛnts
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ɪnvˈɛnts
in-VENTS
Definition
Creates something new that did not exist before, usually an object, idea, or process.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈvɛnts
British English
ɪnvˈɛnts
Simplified Pronunciation
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in-VENTS
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in-VENTS
Listen in Context
She invents stories for her children every night.
Thomas Edison invents useful things.
Whenever he's bored, he invents crazy games to play.
My friend always invents excuses when she's late.