How to Pronounce "inhibit from doing"
expression
ˌɪnˈhɪbət/ /ˈfɹəm/ /ˈduɪŋ
in-HIB-it frum DOO-ing
ɪnhˈɪbɪt/ /fɹˈɒm/ /dˈuːɪŋ
in-HIB-it frum DOO-ing
Definition
To prevent or make it difficult for someone to do something, often by holding them back, discouraging, or creating obstacles.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈhɪbət/ /ˈfɹəm/ /ˈduɪŋ
British English
ɪnhˈɪbɪt/ /fɹˈɒm/ /dˈuːɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-HIB-it frum DOO-ing
UK
in-HIB-it frum DOO-ing
Listen in Context
Lack of confidence can inhibit some people from doing public speaking.
Rules about noise may inhibit residents from doing activities at night.
Fear can inhibit children from doing new things at school.
Strict guidelines sometimes inhibit employees from doing their jobs efficiently.