How to Pronounce Maw

To pronounce "maw", say MAW — one syllable, IPA /mɔː/. 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

/mɔː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “maw”

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

What does maw mean?

noun

  1. The stomach, especially of an animal.
  2. The upper digestive tract (where food enters the body), especially the mouth and jaws of a fearsome and ravenous creature.

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Words that rhyme with maw

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guffawdrawwithdrawrawflawclawchutzpahlawpawblahjawgnaw

Related words

trapholeyapgulletmaocropmamgranny

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maw"?▾

"Maw" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "maw"?▾

The IPA transcription of "maw" is /mɔː/.

What does "maw" mean?▾

Maw: The stomach, especially of an animal.

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