How to Pronounce Gaga

To pronounce "gaga", say GAG-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɑːɡɑː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈɡɑːɡɑː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gaga”

"gaga" has 2 syllables: gag-a.

What does gaga mean?

adjective

  1. Mentally senile.

    “The elderly patients in the hospital were going gaga.”

  2. Crazy.

    “You might go gaga if you stare at this screen too long.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gaga"?▾

"Gaga" has 2 syllables: gag · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "gaga"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gaga" is /ˈɡɑːɡɑː/.

What does "gaga" mean?▾

Gaga: Mentally senile.

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