How to pronounce gust
Say it like GUHST. Gust is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- GUHST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gust pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of gust
American and British speakers say gust in essentially the same way: /ɡʌst/ in the US and /ɡʌst/ in the UK.
British respelling: GUHST.
What does gust mean?
- A strong, abrupt rush of wind.
- Any rush or outburst (of water, emotion, etc.).
- Relish, enjoyment, appreciation.
- Intellectual taste; fancy.
- To blow in gusts.
Where does gust come from?
The English word was not recorded before Shakespeare.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with gust
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gust.
Questions about saying gust
How do you pronounce gust?
Say GUHST. The American pronunciation is /ɡʌst/. In British English it is /ɡʌst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gust?
Gust is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: GUHST.
Do Americans and Brits say gust the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɡʌst/ and the British form is /ɡʌst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.