How to Pronounce Go-to

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

GOT-o

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💡 Tip for remembering “go-to”

"go-to" has 2 syllables: got-o.

What does go-to mean?

noun

  1. A person or thing that is one's choice to go to (for some purpose).

    “Going for a drink after work is usually my go-to.”

adjective

  1. Desired; desirable; of choice.

    “Cheesecake is my go-to food whenever I feel down.”

  2. Reliable; likely to perform in difficult circumstances.

    “Smith is your go-to person if you want lasting results.”

Synonyms

destinationmust-seeclutch

Related words

worst-caseworstoptabledesiderableappetibleexpetiblewishablesought-after

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "go-to"?▾

"Go-to" has 2 syllables: got · o.

What does "go-to" mean?▾

Go-to: A person or thing that is one's choice to go to (for some purpose).

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