How to Pronounce "inherent"
word
ɪnˈhɛɹənt/, /ɪnˈhɪɹənt
in-HAIR-uhnt
ɪnhˈiəɹənt
in-HEE-uh-ruhnt
Definition
Existing as a natural and essential part of something, not coming from the outside.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪnˈhɛɹənt/, /ɪnˈhɪɹənt
British English
ɪnhˈiəɹənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-HAIR-uhnt
UK
in-HEE-uh-ruhnt
Listen in Context
There is an inherent risk in every adventure.
This method has inherent limitations.
Kindness is inherent in his nature.
Some problems are inherent to the system and can't be avoided.