How to Pronounce "kinship"
word
ˈkɪnˌʃɪp
KIN-ship
kˈɪnʃɪp
KIN-ship
Definition
A strong connection or relationship between people, typically because they are family or share a similar origin, background, or feeling.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɪnˌʃɪp
British English
kˈɪnʃɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KIN-ship
UK
KIN-ship
Listen in Context
The festival helps families celebrate their kinship.
There is a strong kinship between the two sisters.
Scientists study human kinship to learn about society.
Even though we aren't related by blood, I feel a deep kinship with you.