How to Pronounce Gamma

To pronounce "gamma", say GAMM-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡæmə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɡæmə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gamma”

"gamma" has 2 syllables: gamm-a. It rhymes with panorama and brahma, if that helps it stick.

What does gamma mean?

noun

  1. The third letter of the Greek alphabet (Γ, γ), preceded by beta (Β, β) and followed by delta, (Δ, δ).
  2. The Gamma function, symbolized by Γ.

noun

  1. A nonlinear operation used to encode and decode luminance or tristimulus values in video or still image systems.

Synonyms

gamma

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Words that rhyme with gamma

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panoramabrahmatramadocudramashamapajamagramabramamammoplastymammaplastyglama

Related words

zetaepsilonupsilonomicronetakappalambdaspectrum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gamma"?▾

"Gamma" has 2 syllables: gamm · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "gamma"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gamma" is /ˈɡæmə/.

What does "gamma" mean?▾

Gamma: The third letter of the Greek alphabet (Γ, γ), preceded by beta (Β, β) and followed by delta, (Δ, δ).

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