How to Pronounce "graceful"
word
/ˈɡɹeɪsfəɫ/
GRAYS-fuhl
/ɡɹˈeɪsfəl/
GRAYS-fuhl
Definition
Moving or behaving in a smooth, attractive, and controlled way, often showing beauty and elegance. Can also mean having a kind and polite manner.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡɹeɪsfəɫ/
British English
/ɡɹˈeɪsfəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRAYS-fuhl
UK
GRAYS-fuhl
Listen in Context
The ballerina's movements are very graceful.
He gave a graceful bow after the performance.
Swans are considered very graceful animals.
She handled the criticism in a graceful way.