How to Pronounce Grace

To pronounce "grace", say GRAC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ɡɹeɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ɡɹeɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grace”

"grace" has 2 syllables: grac-e. It rhymes with base and trace, if that helps it stick.

What does grace mean?

noun

  1. Charming, pleasing qualities.

    “The Princess brought grace to an otherwise dull and boring party.”

  2. A short prayer of thanks before or after a meal.

    “It has become less common to say grace before having dinner.”

verb

  1. To adorn; to decorate; to embellish and dignify.

    “He graced the room by simply being there.”

  2. To dignify or raise by an act of favour; to honour.

Synonyms

mense

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Words that rhyme with grace

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

basetracecaseembracepaceaceshowcasefacespacedisgraceapaceefface

Related words

beautifygoodwillfavourhonorseemlinessthanksgivingfavorblessing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grace"?▾

"Grace" has 2 syllables: grac · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "grace"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grace" is /ɡɹeɪs/.

What does "grace" mean?▾

Grace: Charming, pleasing qualities.

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