How to Pronounce Gateway

To pronounce "gateway", say GAT-ew-ay — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɡeɪtˌweɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡeɪtˌweɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gateway”

"gateway" has 3 syllables: gat-ew-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does gateway mean?

noun

  1. An entrance capable of being blocked by use of a gate.
  2. Any point that represents the beginning of a transition from one place or phase to another.

verb

  1. (digital communications) To make available via a gateway, or access point.

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Words that rhyme with gateway

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conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gateway"?▾

"Gateway" has 3 syllables: gat · ew · ay.

What is the IPA transcription of "gateway"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gateway" is /ˈɡeɪtˌweɪ/.

What does "gateway" mean?▾

Gateway: An entrance capable of being blocked by use of a gate.

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