How to Pronounce Grille

To pronounce "grille", say GRILL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ɡɹɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

grille

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Syllables

Letters

/ɡɹɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grille”

"grille" has 2 syllables: grill-e. It rhymes with shrill and thrill, if that helps it stick.

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

What does grille mean?

noun

A grating; a grid of wire or a sheet of material with a pattern of holes or slots, usually used to protect something while allowing the passage of air and liquids. Typical uses: to allow air through a fan while preventing fingers or objects from passing; to allow people to talk to somebody, while preventing attack.
On a vehicle, a slotted cover as above, to protect and hide the radiator, while admitting air to cool it.

Synonyms

fronts golds

Words that rhyme with grille

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shrill thrill krill trill skill ill instill brill bastille mill till swill

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grille"?▾

"Grille" has 2 syllables: grill · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "grille"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grille" is /ɡɹɪl/.

What does "grille" mean?▾

Grille: A grating; a grid of wire or a sheet of material with a pattern of holes or slots, usually used to protect something while allowing the passage of air and liquids. Typical uses: to allow air through a fan while preventing fingers or objects from passing; to allow people to talk to somebody, while preventing attack.

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