How to Pronounce Goth

To pronounce "goth", say GOTH — one syllable, IPA /ɡɑθ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɡɑθ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “goth”

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

What does goth mean?

noun

  1. A punk-derived subculture of people who predominantly dress in black, associated with mournful music and attitudes.

    “Philip had been into goth for many years.”

  2. A style of punk rock influenced by glam rock; gothic rock.

adjective

  1. Relating to this music or these people.

    “With her black clothes and dyed hair, Melanie looked very goth compared to her classmates.”

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Words that rhyme with goth

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clothwrothfrothmothloinclothbrothquothgrothwashclothdoth

Related words

peasantchurlboorbarbariantiketykegothicgothness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "goth"?▾

"Goth" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "goth"?▾

The IPA transcription of "goth" is /ɡɑθ/.

What does "goth" mean?▾

Goth: A punk-derived subculture of people who predominantly dress in black, associated with mournful music and attitudes.

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