How to Pronounce Naw

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

naw

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Syllable

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Letters

/nɑ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “naw”

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

Sounds exactly like: na, nah — easy to mix up when writing.

What does naw mean?

interjection

  1. Pronunciation spelling of no.

interjection

  1. (1990s) Used to indicate that the previous phrase was meant sarcastically or ironically.

    “I really like hanging out with my little brother watching Barney... not!”

Synonyms

I don't thinkbender

Words that rhyme with naw

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guffawdrawwithdrawrawflawclawchutzpahlawpawblahjawgnaw

Related words

awnnahnannonnopenotnowlaa

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "naw"?▾

"Naw" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "naw"?▾

The IPA transcription of "naw" is /nɑ/.

What does "naw" mean?▾

Naw: Pronunciation spelling of no.

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