How to Pronounce Gaff

To pronounce "gaff", say GAFF — one syllable, IPA /ɡæf/. 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

/ɡæf/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gaff”

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

Sounds exactly like: gaf, gaffe — easy to mix up when writing.

What does gaff mean?

noun

  1. A tool consisting of a large metal hook with a handle or pole, especially the one used to pull large fish aboard a boat.
  2. A minor error or faux pas, a gaffe.

    “We politely ignored his gaff.”

verb

  1. To use a gaff, especially to land a fish.
  2. To cheat or hoax.

noun

  1. A sturdy adhesive tape, made of plastic reinforced with cross-linked fibre, often used by lighting electricians.

Synonyms

hakapik

Words that rhyme with gaff

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gafchaffstafflaughepitaphgaffecarafehalfgiraffesclaffphotographriffraff

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gaff"?▾

"Gaff" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gaff"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gaff" is /ɡæf/.

What does "gaff" mean?▾

Gaff: A tool consisting of a large metal hook with a handle or pole, especially the one used to pull large fish aboard a boat.

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