How to Pronounce Galosh

To pronounce "galosh", say GAL-osh — 2 syllables, IPA /ɡəˈlɒʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɡəˈlɒʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “galosh”

"galosh" has 2 syllables: gal-osh. It rhymes with panache and swash, if that helps it stick.

What does galosh mean?

noun

  1. A waterproof overshoe used to provide protection from rain or snow.
  2. A waterproof rubber boot, intended to be worn in wet or muddy conditions.

verb

  1. To walk while wearing, or as if wearing, galoshes; to splash about.

Synonyms

Wellington boot

Words that rhyme with galosh

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

panacheswashquashsloshwhitewashposhhogwashtoshawashwashdoshbackwash

Related words

gumshoegolosharcticrubbersnowbootshoepacovershoesnowshoe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "galosh"?▾

"Galosh" has 2 syllables: gal · osh.

What is the IPA transcription of "galosh"?▾

The IPA transcription of "galosh" is /ɡəˈlɒʃ/.

What does "galosh" mean?▾

Galosh: A waterproof overshoe used to provide protection from rain or snow.

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