How to Pronounce "have the gift of gab"
expression
HAV thuh GIFT uhv GAB
hav thuh gift OV gab
Definition
To be very good at talking, especially in a way that is persuasive, charming, or entertaining.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɡɪft/ /ˈəv/ /ˈɡæb
British English
hæv/ /ðə, ði/ /ɡˈɪft/ /ˈɒv/ /ɡˈæb
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV thuh GIFT uhv GAB
UK
hav thuh gift OV gab
Listen in Context
Tom has the gift of gab and can talk to anyone.
People say Sara has the gift of gab because she never gets nervous speaking in public.
If you have the gift of gab, sales jobs might suit you.
He really has the gift of gab—at every party, he's the center of attention.