How to Pronounce Glee

To pronounce "glee", say GLEE — one syllable, IPA /ɡliː/. 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

/ɡliː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “glee”

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

What does glee mean?

noun

  1. Joy; happiness great delight, especially from one's own good fortune or from another's misfortune.
  2. Music; minstrelsy; entertainment.

verb

  1. To sing a glee (unaccompanied part song).

Synonyms

gaietygloatmerrimentmirth

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Words that rhyme with glee

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freedevoteeseekeyscreereparteeapogeesensualitysyncopeespritweightydecree

Related words

gleefulnessgloatgloatingschadenfreudemirthfulnessmirthhilarityjoy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glee"?▾

"Glee" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "glee"?▾

The IPA transcription of "glee" is /ɡliː/.

What does "glee" mean?▾

Glee: Joy; happiness great delight, especially from one's own good fortune or from another's misfortune.

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