How to Pronounce Gritty

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

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Letters

/ˈɡɹɪti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gritty”

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

What does gritty mean?

adjective

  1. Containing sand or grit; consisting of grit; caused by grit; full of hard particles.
  2. Spirited; resolute; unyielding.

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Words that rhyme with gritty

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

prettypitydittybittiecommitteenittychittykittytittycitymutualitybitty

Related words

sandygranulargrainymealyfarinaceousgameygranulosegamy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gritty"?▾

"Gritty" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gritty"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gritty" is /ˈɡɹɪti/.

What does "gritty" mean?▾

Gritty: Containing sand or grit; consisting of grit; caused by grit; full of hard particles.

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