How to Pronounce Go-ahead

To pronounce "go-ahead", say GOAH-ead — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

GOAH-ead

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💡 Tip for remembering “go-ahead”

"go-ahead" has 2 syllables: goah-ead.

What does go-ahead mean?

noun

  1. Approval, agreement, or instruction to begin or proceed.

    “You can start as soon as you get the go-ahead from the president.”

adjective

  1. Progressive; exerting leadership.

    “I work for a very go-ahead company that's always looking for new ideas.”

  2. Dashing; energetic.

Related words

initiativeenterpriseenterprisingnessacceptanceapprovalpermissionauthorizationacquiescence

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "go-ahead"?▾

"Go-ahead" has 2 syllables: goah · ead.

What does "go-ahead" mean?▾

Go-ahead: Approval, agreement, or instruction to begin or proceed.

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