How to Pronounce Gridiron

To pronounce "gridiron", say GRID-ir-on — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɹɪdaɪən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɡɹɪdaɪən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gridiron”

"gridiron" has 3 syllables: grid-ir-on. It rhymes with andiron and iron, if that helps it stick.

What does gridiron mean?

noun

  1. An instrument of torture on which people were secured before being burned by fire.
  2. An iron rack or grate used for broiling meat and fish over coals.

Words that rhyme with gridiron

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

andironiron

Related words

gridgibbetsearing-ironparrillagarrottecrucifixion

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gridiron"?▾

"Gridiron" has 3 syllables: grid · ir · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "gridiron"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gridiron" is /ˈɡɹɪdaɪən/.

What does "gridiron" mean?▾

Gridiron: An instrument of torture on which people were secured before being burned by fire.

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