The word "inogate" is spelled with the Latin prefix "in-" meaning "not," and the root word "ogate," which is not commonly used in English. The pronunciation of "inogate" is /ˈɪnəˌɡeɪt/, with the stress on the second syllable. The vowel sound in the first syllable is the short "i" sound, as in "insect," and the "o" in the second syllable is pronounced as a short "u," as in "cup." Together, the spelling and pronunciation of "inogate" can appear confusing to those unfamiliar with its Latin roots.