How to Pronounce "east"
word
/ˈist/
eest
/ˈiːst/
eest
Definition
East is the direction where the sun rises. It can also mean the eastern part of a place, region, or the world.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈist/
British English
/ˈiːst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
eest
UK
eest
Listen in Context
The sun rises in the east.
Our hotel is on the east side of the city.
Walk east for two blocks.
A strong wind is coming from the east tonight.