How to Pronounce Cole

To pronounce "cole", say COL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /kɔʊl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/kɔʊl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cole”

"cole" has 2 syllables: col-e. It rhymes with control and soul, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: coal, kohl, colle, coale — easy to mix up when writing.

What does cole mean?

noun

  1. Cabbage.
  2. Brassica; a plant of the Brassica genus, especially those of Brassica oleracea (rape and coleseed).

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Words that rhyme with cole

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controlsoulstrollcajoleshoalconsoletrollholegoalextolpigeonholeroll

Related words

colewortborecolekalekailcabbageslawschoolchol

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cole"?▾

"Cole" has 2 syllables: col · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "cole"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cole" is /kɔʊl/.

What does "cole" mean?▾

Cole: Cabbage.

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