How to Pronounce Accost

To pronounce "accost", say ACC-ost — 2 syllables, IPA /ə.ˈkɑst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ə.ˈkɑst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “accost”

"accost" has 2 syllables: acc-ost. It rhymes with lost and frost, if that helps it stick.

What does accost mean?

noun

  1. Address; greeting.
  2. An attack.

verb

  1. To approach and speak to boldly or aggressively, as with a demand or request.
  2. To join side to side; to border.

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Words that rhyme with accost

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lostfrostlastembossedexhausttossedcrossedglossedglostrost

Related words

solicitaddresswaylayaccoastboard

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "accost"?▾

"Accost" has 2 syllables: acc · ost.

What is the IPA transcription of "accost"?▾

The IPA transcription of "accost" is /ə.ˈkɑst/.

What does "accost" mean?▾

Accost: Address; greeting.

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