How to Pronounce Game

To pronounce "game", say GAM-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ɡeɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ɡeɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “game”

"game" has 2 syllables: gam-e. It rhymes with proclaim and dame, if that helps it stick.

What does game mean?

noun

  1. A playful or competitive activity.
  2. A video game.

verb

  1. To gamble.
  2. To play card games, board games, or video games.

adjective

  1. Willing to participate.
  2. (of an animal) That shows a tendency to continue to fight against another animal, despite being wounded, often severely.

Synonyms

racketlinematchwargameamusementdiversionentertainmentcourageousdaringdisposed

Antonyms

drudgerytoilworkcautiousdisinclined

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Words that rhyme with game

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proclaimdameframeexclaimshameacclaimaflameflamesamenamedefameclaim

Related words

spunkyspiritedmettlesomecourageousbravebackfearlessgamey

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "game"?▾

"Game" has 2 syllables: gam · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "game"?▾

The IPA transcription of "game" is /ɡeɪm/.

What does "game" mean?▾

Game: A playful or competitive activity.

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