Phonetic Breakdown of "greet"
Learn how to break down "greet" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.
Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:
/ɡɹiːt/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries
IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:
G R IY1 T
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation
Pronunciation Tips:
- Stress the first syllable
- Pay attention to vowel sounds
- Practice each syllable separately
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Definition of "greet"
Pronunciation: /ɡɹiːt/
Verb
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To welcome in a friendly manner, either in person or through another means e.g. writing or over the phone/internet
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To arrive at or reach, or meet (talking of something which brings joy)
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To accost; to address.
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To meet and give salutations.
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To be perceived by (somebody).Example: "A brilliant dawn greeted her eyes as she looked out of the window."
Pronunciation: /ɡɹiːt/
Adjective
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(obsolete outside Scotland) Great.
Pronunciation: /ɡɹiːt/
Noun
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Mourning, weeping, lamentation.
Verb
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To weep; to cry.