How to Pronounce No-go

To pronounce "no-go", say NOG-o — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

NOG-o

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💡 Tip for remembering “no-go”

"no-go" has 2 syllables: nog-o. It rhymes with go-go and togo, if that helps it stick.

What does no-go mean?

noun

  1. (with indefinite article) Something which should not or cannot be done.

adjective

  1. Not functioning properly.
  2. Of a place, not to be entered.

    “The noise and drunkenness made the area a no-go zone at night for families.”

Words that rhyme with no-go

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

go-gotogologo-sogohyogoknogo

Related words

off-limitsbannedprohibitedillicitillegaloutlawedcancelledclosed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "no-go"?▾

"No-go" has 2 syllables: nog · o.

What does "no-go" mean?▾

No-go: (with indefinite article) Something which should not or cannot be done.

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