How to Pronounce Gape

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

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈɡeɪp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gape”

"gape" has 2 syllables: gap-e. It rhymes with shape and escape, if that helps it stick.

What does gape mean?

noun

  1. An act of gaping; a yawn.
  2. A large opening.

verb

  1. To open the mouth wide, especially involuntarily, as in a yawn, anger, or surprise.
  2. To stare in wonder.

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Words that rhyme with gape

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shapeescapedrapescraperapeagapescapegrapelandscapereshapeswapecrepe

Related words

yawngawpgogglegawkyawstarebyssalgalp

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gape"?▾

"Gape" has 2 syllables: gap · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "gape"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gape" is /ˈɡeɪp/.

What does "gape" mean?▾

Gape: An act of gaping; a yawn.

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