How to Pronounce Log

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

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Letters

/lɑɡ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “log”

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

What does log mean?

noun

  1. The trunk of a dead tree, cleared of branches.

    “They walked across the stream on a fallen log.”

  2. Any bulky piece as cut from the above, used as timber, fuel etc.

verb

  1. To cut trees into logs.
  2. To cut down (trees).

Words that rhyme with log

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

agogbogfoganalogcatalogueslogdogmonologueepiloguedialogueflogjog

Related words

backlogcorduroylumberroughunsmoothlogarithmtrunktimber

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "log"?▾

"Log" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "log"?▾

The IPA transcription of "log" is /lɑɡ/.

What does "log" mean?▾

Log: The trunk of a dead tree, cleared of branches.

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