How to Pronounce Waist

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

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/weɪst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “waist”

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

Sounds exactly like: waste — easy to mix up when writing.

What does waist mean?

noun

  1. The part of the body between the pelvis and the stomach.
  2. A part of a piece of clothing that covers the waist.

Words that rhyme with waist

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chastedistastedebasedbastewastelambasteshowcasedencasedbasedtastemisplacedlaced

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "waist"?▾

"Waist" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "waist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "waist" is /weɪst/.

What does "waist" mean?▾

Waist: The part of the body between the pelvis and the stomach.

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