How to pronounce gouger
Say it like GOW-jer. Gouger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOW).
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- GOW
- jer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gouger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- jerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of gouger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GOW-juh.
What does gouger mean?
- Someone who gouges.
- A thug or lout.
Where does gouger come from?
From gouge + -er.
Words that rhyme with gouger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gouger.
Questions about saying gouger
How do you pronounce gouger?
Say GOW-jer. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡaʊdʒɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡaʊdʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gouger?
Gouger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOW). Broken into parts: GOW · jer.
Is gouger pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɡaʊdʒə/ (GOW-juh).