How to Pronounce West

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

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Letters

/wɛst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “west”

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

What does west mean?

noun

  1. One of the four principal compass points, specifically 270°, conventionally directed to the left on maps; the direction of the setting sun at an equinox, abbreviated as W.

verb

  1. To move to the west; (of the sun) to set.

adjective

  1. Situated or lying in or toward the west; westward.
  2. Of wind: from the west.

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Words that rhyme with west

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manifestcrestdetestdistressedjestimpressedacquiescedrestchestarrestbequestrequest

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "west"?▾

"West" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "west"?▾

The IPA transcription of "west" is /wɛst/.

What does "west" mean?▾

West: One of the four principal compass points, specifically 270°, conventionally directed to the left on maps; the direction of the setting sun at an equinox, abbreviated as W.

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