How to Pronounce Gain

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

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Letters

/ɡeɪn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gain”

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

What does gain mean?

noun

  1. The act of gaining; acquisition.
  2. What is gained.

verb

  1. To acquire possession of.

    “Looks like you've gained a new friend.”

  2. To have or receive advantage or profit; to acquire gain; to grow rich; to advance in interest, health, or happiness; to make progress.

    “The sick man gains daily.”

Antonyms

loss

Words that rhyme with gain

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ascertaindisdainsustaininanemundanestrainattainprofaneplainbaneretaindomain

Related words

attainadvancewinearn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gain"?▾

"Gain" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gain"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gain" is /ɡeɪn/.

What does "gain" mean?▾

Gain: The act of gaining; acquisition.

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