How to Pronounce Shoegazing

To pronounce "shoegazing", say SHOEG-az-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈʃuːɡeɪzɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈʃuːɡeɪzɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shoegazing”

"shoegazing" has 3 syllables: shoeg-az-ing.

What does shoegazing mean?

verb

  1. To perform in the shoegazing style.

noun

  1. A type of Britpop or other indie music of the 1990s, characterised by a dreamlike sound making much use of effect pedals, and by a detached or introverted performance style.

Synonyms

shoegaze

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shoegazing"?▾

"Shoegazing" has 3 syllables: shoeg · az · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "shoegazing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shoegazing" is /ˈʃuːɡeɪzɪŋ/.

What does "shoegazing" mean?▾

Shoegazing: To perform in the shoegazing style.

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