How to Pronounce Grammar

To pronounce "grammar", say GRAMM-ar — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɹæmɝ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɹæmɝ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ɡɹˈæmɐ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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What does grammar mean?

noun

  1. A system of rules and principles for the structure of a language, or of languages in general. The study of such a system.
  2. The study of such a system.

verb

  1. To discourse according to the rules of grammar; to use grammar.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "grammar"?▾

To pronounce "grammar", say GRAMM-ar — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɹæmɝ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "grammar"?▾

"Grammar" has 2 syllables: gramm · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "grammar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grammar" is /ˈɡɹæmɝ/.

What does "grammar" mean?▾

Grammar: A system of rules and principles for the structure of a language, or of languages in general. The study of such a system.

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