How to pronounce gimme
Say it like GHIM-ee. Gimme has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHIM).
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- GHIM
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gimme pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GHIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of gimme
American and British speakers say gimme in essentially the same way: /ˈɡɪmi/ in the US and /ˈɡɪmi/ in the UK.
British respelling: GHIM-ee.
What does gimme mean?
- That which is easy to perform or obtain, especially in sports.
- A tap-in putt, usually a couple inches from the cup.
- That which is simply given away for nothing; a freebie.
Where does gimme come from?
Written form of a reduction of give me.
Words that rhyme with gimme
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gimme.
Questions about saying gimme
How do you pronounce gimme?
Say GHIM-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɪmi/. In British English it is /ˈɡɪmi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gimme?
Gimme has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHIM). Broken into parts: GHIM · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say gimme the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡɪmi/ and the British form is /ˈɡɪmi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.