English pronunciation · Words Starting with G
Gain Pronunciation
Gain is pronounced GAYN, IPA /ˈgeɪn/.
GAYN
US /ˈgeɪn/ · UK /ˈgeɪn/
Syllables: GAYN (1 syllable)
verb and noun: To get something through effort, or an increase in amount or value.
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Gain in a Sentence
- She gains an hour by taking the earlier train.
- The fund posted a small gain in the quarter.
- Nothing is to be gained by arguing about it now.
Common Mispronunciations of Gain
Not GAHN
Stretch the vowel out to the ay of day, since a flat ah there loses the glide the ai spelling marks.
Not KAYN
The g is voiced, made at the back of the mouth with the throat humming; without the voice it becomes cane.
Tip: Gain and feign rhyme exactly, and only feign hides a silent g.
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