How to Pronounce Giant

To pronounce "giant", say GIANT — one syllable, IPA /ˈdʒaɪ.ənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈdʒaɪ.ənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “giant”

"giant" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with compliant and riant, if that helps it stick.

What does giant mean?

noun

  1. A mythical human of very great size.
  2. Specifically, any of the gigantes, the race of giants in the Greek mythology.

adjective

  1. Very large.

Synonyms

colossalenormousgiganticimmenseprodigiousvast

Antonyms

dwarfmidget

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Words that rhyme with giant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compliantriantpliantdefiantclientreliantalliantscientsupergiantobryantobriantbriant

Related words

jumbotitangargantuanbehemothbiglargeheavyweightmonster

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "giant"?▾

"Giant" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "giant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "giant" is /ˈdʒaɪ.ənt/.

What does "giant" mean?▾

Giant: A mythical human of very great size.

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