How to Pronounce "gawking"
word
ˈɡɔkɪŋ
GAWK-ing
ɡˈɔːkɪŋ
GAWK-ing
Definition
Staring at someone or something in a rude, open, or overly curious way, often with your mouth open and without being discreet.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɔkɪŋ
British English
ɡˈɔːkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GAWK-ing
UK
GAWK-ing
Listen in Context
Stop gawking at the dancers.
He was gawking at the big dog in the park.
People are gawking at the crashed car.
We slowed down, gawking as we drove past the celebrity.