How to Pronounce Hungry

To pronounce "hungry", say HUNGRY — one syllable, IPA /ˈhʌŋ.ɡɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

6

Letters

/ˈhʌŋ.ɡɹi/

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What does hungry mean?

adjective

  1. Affected by hunger; desiring of food; having a physical need for food.

    “My kids go to bed hungry every night because I haven't got any money.”

  2. Causing hunger

Synonyms

famishedpeckishstarving

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Related words

peckishfamishedesurientsharp-setstarvedravenousthirstyathirst

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hungry"?▾

"Hungry" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "hungry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hungry" is /ˈhʌŋ.ɡɹi/.

What does "hungry" mean?▾

Hungry: Affected by hunger; desiring of food; having a physical need for food.

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