grateful

/ˈɡreɪtfəl/

Syllables grate·ful

Stress GRATE-ful

Phonics Breakdown

gr

/ɡr/

consonant blend

ate

/eɪt/

long a_e

ful

/fəl/

schwa

Meaning

feeling thankful or appreciative

Sound Reference

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gr=/ɡr/(green) + ate=/eɪt/(late) + ful=/fəl/(helpful)

Example

I am grateful for your help.