How to Pronounce Agape

To pronounce "agape", say AG-ap-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈɡeɪp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

5

Letters

/əˈɡeɪp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “agape”

"agape" has 3 syllables: ag-ap-e. It rhymes with shape and gape, if that helps it stick.

What does agape mean?

adjective

  1. In a state of astonishment, wonder, expectation, or eager attention; as with mouth hanging open.
  2. Wide open.

adverb

  1. In a state of astonishment, wonder, expectation, or eager attention.
  2. Open wide.

Synonyms

dumbstruckopen-mouthedwide-eyedagog

Words that rhyme with agape

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shapegapeescapedrapescraperapescapegrapelandscapereshapeswapecrepe

Related words

gapingopenopenedamazedyawningagapgape-mouthedopen-mouthed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "agape"?▾

"Agape" has 3 syllables: ag · ap · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "agape"?▾

The IPA transcription of "agape" is /əˈɡeɪp/.

What does "agape" mean?▾

Agape: In a state of astonishment, wonder, expectation, or eager attention; as with mouth hanging open.

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