How to pronounce misgrind
Say it like mis-GRYND. Misgrind has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GRYND).
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- mis
- GRYND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Misgrind pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- misKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- GRYNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of misgrind
American and British speakers say misgrind in essentially the same way: /mɪsˈɡraɪnd/ in the US and /mɪsˈɡraɪnd/ in the UK.
British respelling: mis-GRYND.
What does misgrind mean?
- To grind improperly.
- The act or result of misgrinding.
Where does misgrind come from?
From mis- + grind.
Words that rhyme with misgrind
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of misgrind.
Questions about saying misgrind
How do you pronounce misgrind?
Say mis-GRYND. The American pronunciation is /mɪsˈɡraɪnd/. In British English it is /mɪsˈɡraɪnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in misgrind?
Misgrind has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GRYND). Broken into parts: mis · GRYND.
Do Americans and Brits say misgrind the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /mɪsˈɡraɪnd/ and the British form is /mɪsˈɡraɪnd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.