How to Pronounce Gamba

To pronounce "gamba", say GAMB-a — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

GAMB-a

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💡 Tip for remembering “gamba”

"gamba" has 2 syllables: gamb-a. It rhymes with dicamba and bamba, if that helps it stick.

What does gamba mean?

noun

  1. A rank of organ pipes, so called for a supposed resemblance of the sound to that of a viola da gamba.

noun

  1. A stringed instrument related to the violin family, but held in the lap between the legs like a cello, usually with C-holes, a flat back, a fretted neck and six strings, played with an underhanded bow hold.

Synonyms

gambaviola d'amoreviola da gamba

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Words that rhyme with gamba

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dicambabambakamba

Related words

violdadigambistg-stringgatraguimbrigravicembalo

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gamba"?▾

"Gamba" has 2 syllables: gamb · a.

What does "gamba" mean?▾

Gamba: A rank of organ pipes, so called for a supposed resemblance of the sound to that of a viola da gamba.

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