How to Pronounce "wherein"
word
hwɛˈɹɪn/, /wɛˈɹɪn
wair-IN
wˈeəɹɪn
WAIR-in
Definition
Used mainly in formal or legal English, 'wherein' means 'in which place or situation.' It refers to something that happens inside a specific situation, document, or place.
IPA Transcription
American English
hwɛˈɹɪn/, /wɛˈɹɪn
British English
wˈeəɹɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
wair-IN
UK
WAIR-in
Listen in Context
This is the agreement wherein both parties must sign.
The contract has a section wherein the rules are explained.
There is a situation wherein we have no choice.
He wrote a report wherein he detailed all the problems with the system.