How to Pronounce Gayness

To pronounce "gayness", say GAYN-ess — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡeɪ.nəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡeɪ.nəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gayness”

"gayness" has 2 syllables: gayn-ess. It rhymes with heinous and plainness, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: gainous — easy to mix up when writing.

What does gayness mean?

noun

  1. The state of being gay (colorful or festive); display or dressiness.
  2. The state of being gay (cheerful); gaiety.

Synonyms

homosexualityqueerness

Words that rhyme with gayness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

heinousplainnessvainnessfeynessbuenosgraynesspandanussanenessgreynessplanenessveinousdeignous

Related words

homosexualismhomoeroticismhomosexualitygayetygaietynosegayglamourgala

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gayness"?▾

"Gayness" has 2 syllables: gayn · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "gayness"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gayness" is /ˈɡeɪ.nəs/.

What does "gayness" mean?▾

Gayness: The state of being gay (colorful or festive); display or dressiness.

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