How to Pronounce Gasp

To pronounce "gasp", say GASP — one syllable, IPA /ɡɑːsp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɡɑːsp/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gasp”

"gasp" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with clasp and rasp, if that helps it stick.

What does gasp mean?

noun

  1. A short, sudden intake of breath.

    “The audience gave a gasp of astonishment”

  2. : A draw or drag on a cigarette (or gasper).

    “I'm popping out for a gasp.”

verb

  1. To draw in the breath suddenly, as if from a shock.

    “The audience gasped as the magician disappeared.”

  2. To breathe laboriously or convulsively.

    “We were all gasping when we reached the summit.”

interjection

  1. The sound of a gasp.

    “Gasp! What will happen next?”

Words that rhyme with gasp

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

claspraspaspagasphandclaspgrasp

Related words

pantpuffheavebreathbreathingbreatheblowingblow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gasp"?▾

"Gasp" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gasp"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gasp" is /ɡɑːsp/.

What does "gasp" mean?▾

Gasp: A short, sudden intake of breath.

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