How to Pronounce Gauche

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɡəʊʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gauche”

"gauche" has 2 syllables: gauch-e. It rhymes with brioche and roche, if that helps it stick.

What does gauche mean?

adjective

  1. Awkward or lacking in social graces; bumbling.
  2. Skewed, not plane.

Synonyms

gawkygracelesstactlessunpolishedunsophisticated

Antonyms

adroit

Words that rhyme with gauche

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

briocherocheboeschhoeschjoashlabriochelarocheloeschloeschemoeschoeschroesch

Related words

inelegantgracelessunpolishedriveawkwardleft-handleftcote

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gauche"?▾

"Gauche" has 2 syllables: gauch · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "gauche"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gauche" is /ɡəʊʃ/.

What does "gauche" mean?▾

Gauche: Awkward or lacking in social graces; bumbling.

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