How to pronounce greyish
Say it like GRAY-ish. Greyish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY).
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- GRAY
- ish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Greyish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- ishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of greyish
American and British speakers say greyish in essentially the same way: /ˈɡreɪɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈɡreɪɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: GRAY-ish.
What does greyish mean?
- Alternative spelling of grayish.
Where does greyish come from?
From gray + -ish.
Words that rhyme with greyish
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Words that sound like greyish
Questions about saying greyish
How do you pronounce greyish?
Say GRAY-ish. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡreɪɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈɡreɪɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in greyish?
Greyish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY). Broken into parts: GRAY · ish.
Do Americans and Brits say greyish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡreɪɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈɡreɪɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as greyish?
Greyish sounds the same as grayish in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.