How to Pronounce Swat

To pronounce "swat", say SWAT — one syllable, IPA /swɒt/. 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

/swɒt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “swat”

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

What does swat mean?

noun

  1. A hard stroke, hit or blow, e.g., as part of a spanking.
  2. Alternate spelling of swot: vigorous study at an educational institution.

verb

  1. To beat off, as insects; to bat, strike, or hit.

    “He swatted the mosquito that was buzzing around in his bedroom.”

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Words that rhyme with swat

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fraughtdistraughttautonslaughthottrotknotoverwroughtthoughtblotnoughtspot

Related words

swattertacticstacticaltacticinterventionquickiewallopflutter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swat"?▾

"Swat" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "swat"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swat" is /swɒt/.

What does "swat" mean?▾

Swat: A hard stroke, hit or blow, e.g., as part of a spanking.

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