How to Pronounce Gist

To pronounce "gist", say GIST — one syllable, IPA /dʒɪst/. 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

/dʒɪst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gist”

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

What does gist mean?

noun

  1. The most essential part; the main idea or substance (of a longer or more complicated matter); the crux of a matter; the pith.
  2. The essential ground for action in a suit, without which there is no cause of action.

verb

  1. To summarize, to extract and present the most important parts of.

Synonyms

gravamencruxquintessencelair

Words that rhyme with gist

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trystmistjustassistsubsisttwistpersisthissedpissedinsistresistdismissed

Related words

nitty-grittysubstanceessenceeffectsuminwardnessburdencenter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gist"?▾

"Gist" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gist" is /dʒɪst/.

What does "gist" mean?▾

Gist: The most essential part; the main idea or substance (of a longer or more complicated matter); the crux of a matter; the pith.

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