How to Pronounce Grail

To pronounce "grail", say GRAIL — one syllable, IPA /ɡɹeɪɫ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ɡɹeɪɫ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “grail”

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

What does grail mean?

noun

  1. The Holy Grail.
  2. The object of an extended or difficult quest.http//www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grail

    “Becoming an astronaut was his grail.”

Words that rhyme with grail

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wailgaleavailfrailassailtravailprevailentailstaleunveilailbale

Related words

sangraalconquermythlancelotglorygarlandprize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grail"?▾

"Grail" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "grail"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grail" is /ɡɹeɪɫ/.

What does "grail" mean?▾

Grail: The Holy Grail.

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