How to Pronounce "incongruous"
word
ˌɪŋˈkɔŋɹuəs
in-KAWNG-roo-uhs
ɪnkˈɒnɡɹuːəs
in-KON-groo-uhs
Definition
Describes something that does not fit in or is out of place with its surroundings, or something that seems strange or inappropriate in a particular context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪŋˈkɔŋɹuəs
British English
ɪnkˈɒnɡɹuːəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-KAWNG-roo-uhs
UK
in-KON-groo-uhs
Listen in Context
His bright yellow shirt looked incongruous at the formal event.
The modern artwork seemed incongruous in the old museum.
It felt incongruous to wear sandals in the snow.
Laughter felt incongruous during such a serious meeting.