How to Pronounce "grapefruit"
word
/ˈɡɹeɪpˌfɹut/
GRAYP-froot
/ɡɹˈeɪpfɹuːt/
GRAYP-froot
Definition
A large, round, citrus fruit with thick skin and a sour or slightly bitter taste. The flesh is usually pink or yellow and is often eaten fresh or as juice.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡɹeɪpˌfɹut/
British English
/ɡɹˈeɪpfɹuːt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRAYP-froot
UK
GRAYP-froot
Listen in Context
I like to eat grapefruit for breakfast.
He drank a glass of grapefruit juice.
A grapefruit is bigger than an orange.
Could you slice up some grapefruit for the salad?