How to Pronounce "inoffensive"
word
ˌɪnəˈfɛnsɪv
in-uh-FEN-siv
ɪnəfˈɛnsɪv
in-uh-FEN-siv
Definition
Not likely to upset, offend, or harm anyone; harmless or unremarkable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnəˈfɛnsɪv
British English
ɪnəfˈɛnsɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-uh-FEN-siv
UK
in-uh-FEN-siv
Listen in Context
The puppy is completely inoffensive.
His comment was meant to be inoffensive.
We chose an inoffensive color for the walls.
Don’t worry, he’s totally inoffensive—he just wants to help.