How to Pronounce Grunt

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/ɡɹʌnt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grunt”

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

What does grunt mean?

noun

  1. A short snorting sound, often to show disapproval, or used as a reply when one is reluctant to speak.
  2. The snorting cry of a pig.

verb

  1. (of a person) To make a grunt or grunts.
  2. (of a pig) To make a grunt or grunts.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with grunt

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

affrontbluntcuntfrontconfrontshuntpunthuntwaterfrontforefrontoceanfrontstunt

Related words

inarticulateunarticulatefilthynastydirtysnarlscoldpunish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grunt"?▾

"Grunt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "grunt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grunt" is /ɡɹʌnt/.

What does "grunt" mean?▾

Grunt: A short snorting sound, often to show disapproval, or used as a reply when one is reluctant to speak.

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