How to Pronounce Gab

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

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Letters

/ɡæb/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gab”

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

What does gab mean?

noun

  1. Idle chatter.
  2. The mouth or gob.

verb

  1. To jest; to tell lies in jest; exaggerate; lie.
  2. To talk or chatter a lot, usually on trivial subjects.

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Words that rhyme with gab

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

drabslabstabdabgrabcrabcababnabfabflabknab

Related words

tittle-tattlegossipchitchatgabfestcauseriechin-wagchin-waggingchatter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gab"?▾

"Gab" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gab"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gab" is /ɡæb/.

What does "gab" mean?▾

Gab: Idle chatter.

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