How to Pronounce Gobstopper

To pronounce "gobstopper", say GOBST-opp-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɒbˌstɒp.ə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈɡɒbˌstɒp.ə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gobstopper”

"gobstopper" has 3 syllables: gobst-opp-er.

What does gobstopper mean?

noun

  1. A type of hard long-lasting candy, usually spherical in shape.

Synonyms

jawbreaker

Related words

stoppergobstickstopplegob-stickjawbreakergoboontampoon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gobstopper"?▾

"Gobstopper" has 3 syllables: gobst · opp · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "gobstopper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gobstopper" is /ˈɡɒbˌstɒp.ə(ɹ)/.

What does "gobstopper" mean?▾

Gobstopper: A type of hard long-lasting candy, usually spherical in shape.

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