How to Pronounce "inner circle"
expression
ˈɪnɝ/ /ˈsɝkəɫ
IN-ner SUR-kuhl
ˈɪnɐ/ /sˈɜːkəl
IN-uh SUR-kuhl
Definition
A small group of trusted or influential people who are closest to someone in power, such as a leader, celebrity, or organization.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪnɝ/ /ˈsɝkəɫ
British English
ˈɪnɐ/ /sˈɜːkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-ner SUR-kuhl
UK
IN-uh SUR-kuhl
Listen in Context
He is part of the president’s inner circle.
Only the inner circle knew about the new project.
She trusts her inner circle the most.
Getting into his inner circle isn’t easy—you really have to prove yourself.