How to Pronounce Post

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

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Letters

/pəʊst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “post”

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

What does post mean?

noun

  1. A long dowel or plank protruding from the ground; a fencepost; a lightpost.

    “ram a post into the ground”

  2. A stud; a two-by-four.

verb

  1. To hang (a notice) in a conspicuous manner for general review.

    “Post no bills.”

  2. To hold up to public blame or reproach; to advertise opprobriously; to denounce by public proclamation.

    “to post someone for cowardice”

Words that rhyme with post

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

hostengrossedriposteboastutmostoutposttoastcoastalmostuppermostinnermostfrowst

Related words

mailsendbasepositionplacesucceedingsituationspot

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "post"?▾

"Post" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "post"?▾

The IPA transcription of "post" is /pəʊst/.

What does "post" mean?▾

Post: A long dowel or plank protruding from the ground; a fencepost; a lightpost.

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