How to Pronounce Gracious

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɡɹeɪʃəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gracious”

"gracious" has 2 syllables: grac-ious. It rhymes with salacious and audacious, if that helps it stick.

What does gracious mean?

adjective

  1. Kind and warmly courteous
  2. Tactful

interjection

  1. Expression of surprise, contempt, outrage, disgust, boredom, frustration.

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Words that rhyme with gracious

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

salaciousaudaciousvivaciousostentatioustenaciousvexatiousrapaciousmendaciousfallaciousvoraciousefficaciousperspicacious

Related words

benignantbenevolentnicemercifulgracefulpoliteurbaneelegant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gracious"?▾

"Gracious" has 2 syllables: grac · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "gracious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gracious" is /ˈɡɹeɪʃəs/.

What does "gracious" mean?▾

Gracious: Kind and warmly courteous

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