How to Pronounce "inhumane"
word
ˌɪnhjuˈmeɪn
in-hyu-MAYN
ɪnhjuːmˈeɪn
in-hyoom-AYN
Definition
Describes actions, treatment, or behavior that are extremely cruel, lack compassion, or show no concern for the suffering of others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnhjuˈmeɪn
British English
ɪnhjuːmˈeɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-hyu-MAYN
UK
in-hyoom-AYN
Listen in Context
The animals were kept in inhumane conditions.
It is inhumane to treat people this way.
The punishment was considered inhumane.
Many activists fight against inhumane treatment of prisoners.