How to Pronounce "innocuous"
word
ˌɪˈnɑkjuəs
i-NAH-kyoo-uhs
ɪnnˈɒkjuːəs
i-NOK-yoo-uhs
Definition
Harmless; not likely to cause injury, trouble, or offense. Can also mean something dull and not likely to provoke a reaction.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪˈnɑkjuəs
British English
ɪnnˈɒkjuːəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
i-NAH-kyoo-uhs
UK
i-NOK-yoo-uhs
Listen in Context
The comment was innocuous and did not upset anyone.
This plant looks dangerous, but it is actually innocuous.
He asked an innocuous question about the weather.
It seemed like an innocuous remark, but she took offense.