How to Pronounce Grudges

To pronounce "grudges", say GRUDG-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɹʌdʒɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɹʌdʒɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grudges”

"grudges" has 2 syllables: grudg-es. It rhymes with trudges and smudges, if that helps it stick.

What does grudges mean?

noun

  1. Deep-seated and/or long-term animosity or ill will about something or someone, especially due to a past misdeed or mistreatment.

    “to have/hold/bear a grudge against someone”

verb

  1. To be unwilling to give or allow (someone something).
  2. To grumble, complain; to be dissatisfied.

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Words that rhyme with grudges

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trudgessmudgesnudgesbudgesmisjudgesdrudgesfudgeshijaz

Related words

grievancescorestewgrievancesanimosityenmityvendettabitterness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grudges"?▾

"Grudges" has 2 syllables: grudg · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "grudges"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grudges" is /ˈɡɹʌdʒɪz/.

What does "grudges" mean?▾

Grudges: Deep-seated and/or long-term animosity or ill will about something or someone, especially due to a past misdeed or mistreatment.

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