How to Pronounce Shout

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

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Syllable

Letters

/ʃaʊt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shout”

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

What does shout mean?

noun

A loud burst of voice or voices; a violent and sudden outcry, especially that of a multitude expressing joy, triumph, exultation, anger, or animated courage.
A round of drinks in a pub; the turn to pay the shot or scot; an act of paying for a round of drinks.

verb

To utter a sudden and loud cry, as in joy, triumph, exultation or anger, or to attract attention, to animate others, etc.
To utter with a shout; to cry; to shout out
“They shouted his name to get his attention.”

Synonyms

shout out

Words that rhyme with shout

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stout rout flout tout devout doubt spout pout glout clout scout about

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shout"?▾

"Shout" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "shout"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shout" is /ʃaʊt/.

What does "shout" mean?▾

Shout: A loud burst of voice or voices; a violent and sudden outcry, especially that of a multitude expressing joy, triumph, exultation, anger, or animated courage.

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