How to Pronounce Sag

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

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/sæɡ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sag”

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

What does sag mean?

noun

  1. The state of sinking or bending; a droop.
  2. The difference in elevation of a wire, cable, chain or rope suspended between two consecutive points.

verb

  1. To sink, in the middle, by its weight or under applied pressure, below a horizontal line or plane.

    “A line or cable supported by its ends sags, even if it is tightly drawn.”

  2. (by extension) To lean, give way, or settle from a vertical position.

    “A building may sag one way or another.”

Words that rhyme with sag

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gagdragsnagslagshagstagscragbagwagtaghagflag

Related words

droopswagflagslumpingslumptumblecollapsefall

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sag"?▾

"Sag" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sag"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sag" is /sæɡ/.

What does "sag" mean?▾

Sag: The state of sinking or bending; a droop.

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