How to Pronounce Curdle

To pronounce "curdle", say CURDL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɜː.dəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɜː.dəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “curdle”

"curdle" has 2 syllables: curdl-e. It rhymes with girdle and wordell, if that helps it stick.

What does curdle mean?

verb

  1. To form curds so that it no longer flows smoothly; to cause to form such curds. (usually said of milk)

    “Too much lemon will curdle the milk in your tea.”

  2. To clot or coagulate; to cause to congeal, such as through cold. (metaphorically of blood)

Words that rhyme with curdle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

girdlewordellhurdleskurdalspurdle

Related words

clabberclotspoiluncurdlequailearnyearncruddle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "curdle"?▾

"Curdle" has 2 syllables: curdl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "curdle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "curdle" is /ˈkɜː.dəl/.

What does "curdle" mean?▾

Curdle: To form curds so that it no longer flows smoothly; to cause to form such curds. (usually said of milk)

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