How to Pronounce Grist

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

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Letters

/ɡɹɪst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “grist”

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

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

What does grist mean?

noun

  1. Grain that is to be ground in a mill.
  2. A group of bees.

Words that rhyme with grist

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trystmistjustassistsubsisttwistpersisthissedpissedinsistresistdismissed

Related words

grainegritgranegraingrainergruitgrainfieldgram

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grist"?▾

"Grist" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "grist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grist" is /ɡɹɪst/.

What does "grist" mean?▾

Grist: Grain that is to be ground in a mill.

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