How to Pronounce Flag

To pronounce "flag", say FLAG — one syllable, IPA /flæɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/flæɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flag”

"flag" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with gag and drag, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: flagg — easy to mix up when writing.

What does flag mean?

noun

  1. A piece of cloth, often decorated with an emblem, used as a visual signal or symbol.
  2. An exact representation of a flag (for example: a digital one used in websites).

verb

  1. To furnish or deck out with flags.
  2. To mark with a flag, especially to indicate the importance of something.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with flag

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gagdragsnagslagshagstagscragbagwagtaghagdag

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flag"?▾

"Flag" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "flag"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flag" is /flæɡ/.

What does "flag" mean?▾

Flag: A piece of cloth, often decorated with an emblem, used as a visual signal or symbol.

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