How to Pronounce Coleslaw

To pronounce "coleslaw", say COL-esl-aw — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkəʊlslɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkəʊlslɔː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “coleslaw”

"coleslaw" has 3 syllables: col-esl-aw. It rhymes with guffaw and draw, if that helps it stick.

What does coleslaw mean?

noun

  1. A salad of finely shredded raw cabbage and sometimes shredded carrots, dressed with mayonnaise (white slaw) or a vinaigrette (red slaw).

Synonyms

slaw

Words that rhyme with coleslaw

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guffawdrawwithdrawrawflawclawchutzpahlawpawblahjawgnaw

Related words

slawsaladdumplingcabbagelettucehoneydollbaby

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "coleslaw"?▾

"Coleslaw" has 3 syllables: col · esl · aw.

What is the IPA transcription of "coleslaw"?▾

The IPA transcription of "coleslaw" is /ˈkəʊlslɔː/.

What does "coleslaw" mean?▾

Coleslaw: A salad of finely shredded raw cabbage and sometimes shredded carrots, dressed with mayonnaise (white slaw) or a vinaigrette (red slaw).

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