How to Pronounce Priest

To pronounce "priest", say PRIEST — one syllable, IPA /ˈpɹiːst/. 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

/ˈpɹiːst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “priest”

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

What does priest mean?

noun

  1. A religious clergyman (clergywoman, clergyperson) who is trained to perform services or sacrifices at a church or temple

    “The Israelite priests were descended from Moses' brother Aaron.”

  2. A blunt tool, used for quickly stunning and killing fish

verb

  1. To ordain as a priest.

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Words that rhyme with priest

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "priest"?▾

"Priest" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "priest"?▾

The IPA transcription of "priest" is /ˈpɹiːst/.

What does "priest" mean?▾

Priest: A religious clergyman (clergywoman, clergyperson) who is trained to perform services or sacrifices at a church or temple

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