How to Pronounce Grapevine

To pronounce "grapevine", say GRAP-ev-in-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

GRAP-ev-in-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “grapevine”

"grapevine" has 4 syllables: grap-ev-in-e. It rhymes with saccharine and malign, if that helps it stick.

What does grapevine mean?

noun

  1. The plant, a vine of genus Vitis, on which grapes grow.

    “Although many grape vines have geographical names, those rarely reflect their real origin, if known at all.”

  2. A rumor.

verb

  1. To restrain in a leglock.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with grapevine

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saccharinemalignasininebyzantinebenignsupinewhinedeclinelinefineoutlineundermine

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grapevine"?▾

"Grapevine" has 4 syllables: grap · ev · in · e.

What does "grapevine" mean?▾

Grapevine: The plant, a vine of genus Vitis, on which grapes grow.

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