How to Pronounce Begrudge

To pronounce "begrudge", say BEGR-udg-e — 3 syllables, IPA /bɪˈɡɹʌdʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/bɪˈɡɹʌdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “begrudge”

"begrudge" has 3 syllables: begr-udg-e. It rhymes with trudge and nudge, if that helps it stick.

What does begrudge mean?

verb

  1. To grudge about or over; be envious or covetous.
  2. To be reluctant

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Words that rhyme with begrudge

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trudgenudgedrudgesludgekludgejudgefudgebudgebludgesmudgegrudgepudge

Related words

resentenvyovergorgeengorgeoverhategreedovermournoverween

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "begrudge"?▾

"Begrudge" has 3 syllables: begr · udg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "begrudge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "begrudge" is /bɪˈɡɹʌdʒ/.

What does "begrudge" mean?▾

Begrudge: To grudge about or over; be envious or covetous.

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