How to Pronounce Gob

To pronounce "gob", say GOB — one syllable, IPA /ɡɒb/. 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

/ɡɒb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gob”

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

What does gob mean?

noun

  1. A lump of soft or sticky material.
  2. The mouth.

    “He′s always stuffing his gob with fast food.”

verb

  1. To gather into a lump.
  2. To spit, especially to spit phlegm.

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Words that rhyme with gob

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bobjobthrobdaubsquabsobhobnobknobcobhobglobslob

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gob"?▾

"Gob" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gob"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gob" is /ɡɒb/.

What does "gob" mean?▾

Gob: A lump of soft or sticky material.

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