How to Pronounce Gristle

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɹɪsəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gristle”

"gristle" has 2 syllables: gristl-e. It rhymes with bristle and dismissal, if that helps it stick.

What does gristle mean?

noun

  1. Cartilage; now especially: cartilage present, as a tough substance, in meat.
  2. (from obsolete scientific theory) Bone not yet hardened by age and hard work.

Words that rhyme with gristle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bristledismissalwhistlefissilemissalmisselmissileistle

Related words

cartilagegratinggobbetgrumegritstickinggrittinggrout

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gristle"?▾

"Gristle" has 2 syllables: gristl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "gristle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gristle" is /ˈɡɹɪsəl/.

What does "gristle" mean?▾

Gristle: Cartilage; now especially: cartilage present, as a tough substance, in meat.

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