How to Pronounce Grasp

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/ɡɹɑːsp/

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💡 Tip for remembering “grasp”

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

What does grasp mean?

noun

  1. (sometimes figurative) Grip.
  2. Understanding.

verb

  1. To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.
  2. To understand.

    “I have never been able to grasp the concept of infinity.”

Synonyms

claspgriphold tightjump at the chancejump oncomprehendfathom

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Words that rhyme with grasp

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gaspclaspraspaspagasphandclasp

Related words

gripclutchesclenchclutchholdreachapprehendclasp

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grasp"?▾

"Grasp" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "grasp"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grasp" is /ɡɹɑːsp/.

What does "grasp" mean?▾

Grasp: (sometimes figurative) Grip.

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