How to Pronounce "grisly"
word
ˈɡɹɪzɫi
GRIZ-lee
ɡɹˈɪsli
GRIS-lee
Definition
Something that is 'grisly' is extremely shocking, horrible, or frightening, often because it involves death, injury, or violence.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹɪzɫi
British English
ɡɹˈɪsli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRIZ-lee
UK
GRIS-lee
Listen in Context
The detective investigated the grisly crime scene.
There was a grisly accident on the highway.
The book describes a grisly murder.
The movie was so grisly I had to look away during some scenes.