How to Pronounce Goad

To pronounce "goad", say GOAD — one syllable, IPA /ɡəʊd/. 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

/ɡəʊd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “goad”

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

Sounds exactly like: goedde, goede — easy to mix up when writing.

What does goad mean?

noun

  1. A long, pointed stick used to prod animals.
  2. That which goads or incites; a stimulus.

verb

  1. To prod with a goad.
  2. To encourage or stimulate.

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Words that rhyme with goad

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abodeloadbestowedmodeodeerodecorrodeforebodeexploderoadimplodebowed

Related words

prodproddingprickspurspurringneedlenettleurging

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "goad"?▾

"Goad" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "goad"?▾

The IPA transcription of "goad" is /ɡəʊd/.

What does "goad" mean?▾

Goad: A long, pointed stick used to prod animals.

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