How to Pronounce Goat

To pronounce "goat", say GOAT — one syllable, IPA /ɡɐ̟ʉt/. 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

/ɡɐ̟ʉt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “goat”

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

What does goat mean?

noun

  1. A mammal, Capra aegagrus hircus, and similar species of the genus Capra.
  2. A lecherous man.

verb

  1. To allow goats to feed on.
  2. To scapegoat.

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Words that rhyme with goat

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

promoteconnotefloatdenotemotescapegoatnoteanecdotecutthroatgloatremoteturncoat

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "goat"?▾

"Goat" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "goat"?▾

The IPA transcription of "goat" is /ɡɐ̟ʉt/.

What does "goat" mean?▾

Goat: A mammal, Capra aegagrus hircus, and similar species of the genus Capra.

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