Pronunciation: [ɪnfɹˈɪnd͡ʒɪz] (IPA) 
Infringes is a verb that means to violate or trespass upon someone's rights or property. The phonetic transcription of the word is /ɪnˈfrɪndʒɪz/, which is pronounced as "in-frin-jiz". It is spelled with an "i" in the first syllable, followed by an "n" and then a "f". The second syllable has an "r" followed by an "i" in the middle and a "ng" at the end. The final syllable is pronounced with a soft "g" sound and ends with a "z".
The term "infringes" refers to the act of violating or encroaching upon someone's rights, particularly in terms of intellectual property or legal regulations. When an individual or entity infringes on someone's rights, they are disregarding or trespassing upon the protected rights and privileges accorded to that person or entity.
In the context of intellectual property, "infringes" commonly refers to the unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or adaptation of copyrighted works, patents, trademarks, or trade secrets. For instance, if someone uses a copyrighted piece of music without obtaining permission from the owner or without paying the necessary royalties, they are said to be infringing upon the copyright holder's rights.
The concept of infringement can also extend to various legal regulations. For example, if an individual violates a law or regulation, such as trespassing onto someone's property, it can be described as infringing upon the property owner's right to exclusive use and control of that property.
In a legal context, the term "infringes" often signifies the transgression of a protected interest, regardless of whether it is related to intellectual property, personal rights, privacy, or other legal obligations. In such cases, the act of infringement can result in legal consequences, including injunctions, damages, fines, or other forms of relief awarded to the aggrieved party.
The word "infringes" comes from the Latin word "infringere", which means "to break" or "to violate". It is derived from the combination of the prefix "in-" (meaning "into" or "not") and the word "frangere" (meaning "to break").
