How to Pronounce Ghost-write

To pronounce "ghost-write", say GHOSTWR-it-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

GHOSTWR-it-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “ghost-write”

"ghost-write" has 3 syllables: ghostwr-it-e.

What does ghost-write mean?

verb

  1. (authorship) To write under the name of another (especially literary works).

    “Mariana would rather not ghostwrite for a living because she finds it a thankless task.”

  2. (authorship) To author a literary work or speech in the place of another.

    “The president has someone to ghostwrite his addresses.”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ghost-write"?▾

"Ghost-write" has 3 syllables: ghostwr · it · e.

What does "ghost-write" mean?▾

Ghost-write: (authorship) To write under the name of another (especially literary works).

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