How to Pronounce Bribe

To pronounce "bribe", say BRIB-e — 2 syllables, IPA /bɹaɪb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/bɹaɪb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bribe”

"bribe" has 2 syllables: brib-e. It rhymes with vibe and imbibe, if that helps it stick.

What does bribe mean?

noun

  1. Something (usually money) given in exchange for influence or as an inducement to dishonesty.
  2. That which seduces; seduction; allurement.

verb

  1. To give a bribe to; specifically, to ask a person to do something, usually against his/her will, in exchange for some type of reward or relief from potential trouble.

    “She was accused of trying to bribe the jury into making false statements.”

  2. To gain by a bribe; to induce as by a bribe.

    “to bribe somebody's compliance”

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Words that rhyme with bribe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vibeimbibeascribediatribejibedescribetribescribeinscribetranscribeproscribecircumscribe

Related words

corruptbuypayoffbriberypayolagiftbuyingpurchase

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bribe"?▾

"Bribe" has 2 syllables: brib · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "bribe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bribe" is /bɹaɪb/.

What does "bribe" mean?▾

Bribe: Something (usually money) given in exchange for influence or as an inducement to dishonesty.

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