How to Pronounce "interim"
word
ˈɪnɝəm/, /ˈɪntɝəm/, /ˈɪntɹəm
IN-ter-im
ˈɪntəɹˌɪm
IN-tuh-rim
Definition
Something that is meant to be used or done for a short period of time until something permanent is available; often used for temporary positions or solutions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪnɝəm/, /ˈɪntɝəm/, /ˈɪntɹəm
British English
ˈɪntəɹˌɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-ter-im
UK
IN-tuh-rim
Listen in Context
He is the interim principal until they hire someone new.
This is just an interim solution until we fix the real problem.
We need an interim plan for the next few months.
She's serving as the interim CEO while the board looks for a permanent replacement.