How to pronounce gaw
Say it like GAW. Gaw is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- GAW
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gaw pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of gaw
American and British speakers say gaw in essentially the same way: /ɡɔ/ in the US and /ɡɔː/ in the UK.
British respelling: GAW.
What does gaw mean?
- An expletive expressing disbelief, disdain, or horror
Where does gaw come from?
Minced oath for God.
Words that rhyme with gaw
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gaw.
Questions about saying gaw
How do you pronounce gaw?
Say GAW. The American pronunciation is /ɡɔ/. In British English it is /ɡɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gaw?
Gaw is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: GAW.
Do Americans and Brits say gaw the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɡɔ/ and the British form is /ɡɔː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.