How to Pronounce Engross

To pronounce "engross", say ENGR-oss — 2 syllables, IPA /ɛnˈɡɹəʊs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɛnˈɡɹəʊs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “engross”

"engross" has 2 syllables: engr-oss. It rhymes with morose and close, if that helps it stick.

What does engross mean?

verb

  1. To write (a document) in large, aesthetic, and legible lettering; to make a finalized copy of.
  2. To buy up wholesale, especially to buy the whole supply of (a commodity etc.).

Synonyms

amoundhoardcorner the marketinspissate

Words that rhyme with engross

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moroseclosegrandiosebellicosegrosscomatosedoseploceadiposesowcerowsemost

Related words

occupyengageengulfburysteepabsorbimmerseplunge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "engross"?▾

"Engross" has 2 syllables: engr · oss.

What is the IPA transcription of "engross"?▾

The IPA transcription of "engross" is /ɛnˈɡɹəʊs/.

What does "engross" mean?▾

Engross: To write (a document) in large, aesthetic, and legible lettering; to make a finalized copy of.

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