How to Pronounce Law

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

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Letters

/lɔː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “law”

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

What does law mean?

noun

  1. The body of binding rules and regulations, customs and standards established in a community by its legislative and judicial authorities.

    “entrapment is against the law”

  2. A binding regulation or custom established in a community in this way.

    “A new law forbids driving on that road.”

verb

  1. To work as a lawyer; to practice law.
  2. To prosecute or sue (someone), to litigate.

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Words that rhyme with law

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guffawdrawwithdrawrawflawclawchutzpahpawblahjawgnawstraw

Related words

jurisprudenceconstabularypolicestatutorylegal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "law"?▾

"Law" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "law"?▾

The IPA transcription of "law" is /lɔː/.

What does "law" mean?▾

Law: The body of binding rules and regulations, customs and standards established in a community by its legislative and judicial authorities.

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