How to Pronounce Gesture

To pronounce "gesture", say GEST-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒɛs.tʃɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdʒɛs.tʃɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gesture”

"gesture" has 3 syllables: gest-ur-e. It rhymes with vesture, if that helps it stick.

What does gesture mean?

noun

  1. A motion of the limbs or body, especially one made to emphasize speech.

    “The middle-finger gesture is really a nonverbal swear.”

  2. An act or a remark made as a formality or as a sign of attitude.

    “We took flowers as a gesture of sympathy.”

verb

  1. To make a gesture or gestures.

    “My dad said to never gesture with my hands when I talk.”

  2. To express something by a gesture or gestures.

    “He gestured his disgust.”

Synonyms

gesticulate

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Words that rhyme with gesture

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vesture

Related words

gesticulategesticulationmotiondisplayexpressiontalesignrhetoric

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gesture"?▾

"Gesture" has 3 syllables: gest · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "gesture"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gesture" is /ˈdʒɛs.tʃɚ/.

What does "gesture" mean?▾

Gesture: A motion of the limbs or body, especially one made to emphasize speech.

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