How to Pronounce Greet

To pronounce "greet", say GREET — one syllable, IPA /ɡɹiːt/. 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

/ɡɹiːt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “greet”

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

Sounds exactly like: grete — easy to mix up when writing.

What does greet mean?

verb

  1. To welcome in a friendly manner, either in person or through another means e.g. writing or over the phone/internet
  2. To arrive at or reach, or meet (talking of something which brings joy)

Words that rhyme with greet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conceitsweetobsoleterepleteeffetecompleteconcretebittersweetheatdeceitretreatbeat

Related words

recognizewelcomewelcomedcomplimentcommendapplaudpraisecongratulate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "greet"?▾

"Greet" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "greet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "greet" is /ɡɹiːt/.

What does "greet" mean?▾

Greet: To welcome in a friendly manner, either in person or through another means e.g. writing or over the phone/internet

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