How to Pronounce Gyro

To pronounce "gyro", say GYRO — one syllable, IPA /ˈdʒaɪˌɹoʊ/. 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

/ˈdʒaɪˌɹoʊ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/dʒˈaɪɹəʊ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “gyro”

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

What does gyro mean?

noun

  1. A gyroscope
  2. A gyrocompass

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Words that rhyme with gyro

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aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

gyroscopetwtintegratingcompassesgyrostatgyrocompassgyre

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gyro"?▾

"Gyro" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gyro"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gyro" is /ˈdʒaɪˌɹoʊ/.

What does "gyro" mean?▾

Gyro: A gyroscope

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