How to pronounce Gaza
Say it like GAH-zuh. Gaza has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAH).
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- GAH
- zuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gaza pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- zuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Gaza
American and British speakers say Gaza in essentially the same way: /ˈɡɑzə/ in the US and /ˈɡɑːzə/ in the UK.
British respelling: GAH-zuh.
What does Gaza mean?
- A region of Southern Africa
- A province of Mozambique.
- A Nguni ethnic group in Southern Africa, who settled in the Gazaland region.
Where does Gaza come from?
The founder of the Gaza Empire, Soshangane, named it after his grandfather Gasa kaLanga.
Words that rhyme with Gaza
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Gaza.
Questions about saying Gaza
How do you pronounce Gaza?
Say GAH-zuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɑzə/. In British English it is /ˈɡɑːzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Gaza?
Gaza has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAH). Broken into parts: GAH · zuh.
Do Americans and Brits say Gaza the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡɑzə/ and the British form is /ˈɡɑːzə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.