How to Pronounce Dale

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/deɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dale”

"dale" has 2 syllables: dal-e. It rhymes with wail and gale, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: dail, daile, dayle — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dale mean?

noun

  1. A valley, often in an otherwise hilly area.

Synonyms

delldellsvale

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Words that rhyme with dale

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wailgaleavailfrailassailtravailprevailentailstaleunveilailbale

Related words

glendellvalleymoorydyerdialtachmarc

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dale"?▾

"Dale" has 2 syllables: dal · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dale"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dale" is /deɪl/.

What does "dale" mean?▾

Dale: A valley, often in an otherwise hilly area.

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