How to Pronounce "ghost"
word
/ˈɡoʊst/
gohst
/ɡˈəʊst/
gohst
Definition
A ghost is the spirit of a dead person that some people believe can appear to the living. It can also mean someone who suddenly stops replying and disappears from contact, especially in dating or online communication.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡoʊst/
British English
/ɡˈəʊst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
gohst
UK
gohst
Listen in Context
The children think there is a ghost in the old house.
In the movie, a ghost appears at night.
She said she saw a ghost near the window.
He didn't break up with her—he just ghosted her.