How to Pronounce Gawk

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/ɡɑk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gawk”

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

What does gawk mean?

noun

  1. A cuckoo.
  2. A fool; a simpleton; a stupid or clumsy person.

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Words that rhyme with gawk

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stockcockstalkshockblocksquawkmockbaulkknockhawkflockhock

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gawk"?▾

"Gawk" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gawk"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gawk" is /ɡɑk/.

What does "gawk" mean?▾

Gawk: A cuckoo.

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