How to Pronounce Gaffes

To pronounce "gaffes", say GAFF-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ɡæfs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɡæfs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gaffes”

"gaffes" has 2 syllables: gaff-es. It rhymes with photographs and paragraphs, if that helps it stick.

What does gaffes mean?

noun

  1. A foolish and embarrassing error, especially one made in public.

Synonyms

blooperblundererrormistakeslipslip-up

Words that rhyme with gaffes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

photographsparagraphsgraphspolygraphsautographsgiraffesafspcchaffsepitaphsflagstaffshaftsallographs

Related words

gaucheriesolecismslipblundersmisstepsflubsembarrassmentsmistakes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gaffes"?▾

"Gaffes" has 2 syllables: gaff · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "gaffes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gaffes" is /ɡæfs/.

What does "gaffes" mean?▾

Gaffes: A foolish and embarrassing error, especially one made in public.

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