English pronunciation · Words Starting with G
Grade Pronunciation
Grade is pronounced GRAYD, IPA /ˈgreɪd/.
GRAYD
US /ˈgreɪd/ · UK /ˈgreɪd/
Syllables: GRAYD (1 syllable)
noun and verb: A level of quality or achievement, or to sort things by that level.
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Grade in a Sentence
- She got a good grade for the coursework.
- The eggs are graded by weight.
- This grade of steel costs twice as much.
Common Mispronunciations of Grade
Not GRAD
The final e lengthens the vowel in front of it, so the word rhymes with made.
Not GRAYT
The d at the end stays voiced. Hardening it gives great, which means something else entirely.
Tip: Gradient, gradual and graduate all come from the Latin for a step, which is what a grade is.
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