How to Pronounce Games

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ɡeɪmz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “games”

"games" has 2 syllables: gam-es. It rhymes with exclaims and aims, if that helps it stick.

What does games 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.

Synonyms

racketlinematchwargameamusementdiversionentertainment

Antonyms

drudgerytoilwork

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Words that rhyme with games

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exclaimsaimsproclaimsjamesclaimsflameshamesnamesblamesframeslamesdames

Related words

spunkyspiritedmettlesomecourageousbravebackfearlessgamey

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "games"?▾

"Games" has 2 syllables: gam · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "games"?▾

The IPA transcription of "games" is /ɡeɪmz/.

What does "games" mean?▾

Games: A playful or competitive activity.

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