How to Pronounce "infant"
word
/ˈɪnfənt/
IN-fuhnt
/ˈɪnfənt/
IN-fuhnt
Definition
An infant is a very young child, usually under one year old, who has not yet learned to walk or talk.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɪnfənt/
British English
/ˈɪnfənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-fuhnt
UK
IN-fuhnt
Listen in Context
The infant is sleeping in the crib.
Doctors recommend breastfeeding for the infant when possible.
The hospital has a special ward for infant care.
She took a leave from work after her infant was born.