How Do You Spell GAT GOING?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈat ɡˈə͡ʊɪŋ] (IPA)

The spelling of the phrase "gat going" can be confusing for those unfamiliar with its pronunciation. The word "gat" is a Scottish pronunciation of the word "got," with the "o" sound being pronounced like the "a" in "cat" (IPA phonetic transcription: /ɡæt/). Meanwhile, "going" is pronounced with a distinct "o" sound (IPA: /ɡoʊɪŋ/). So, the phonetic transcription of "gat going" is /ɡæt ɡoʊɪŋ/. Remembering these subtle differences can greatly improve one's ability to spell and pronounce this phrase correctly.