How to Pronounce "grit"
word
ˈɡɹɪt
GRIT
ɡɹˈɪt
GRIT
Definition
Grit means having courage and strength of character to keep going even when things are difficult. It can also refer to small, rough pieces of sand or stone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹɪt
British English
ɡɹˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRIT
UK
GRIT
Listen in Context
She showed great grit during the hard race.
You need grit to climb this mountain.
There is grit on the road after the snowstorm.
If you want to succeed, you’ve got to have grit.