How to Pronounce Diddly

To pronounce "diddly", say DIDDLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɪdəli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈdɪdəli/

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💡 Tip for remembering “diddly”

"diddly" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with piddly and puddly, if that helps it stick.

What does diddly mean?

noun

  1. A small amount of no worth.

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Words that rhyme with diddly

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piddlypuddlyfiddlymedullae

Related words

zerotiddleydoodlydiddlysquatditedoodly-squatdoodley-squatdang

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "diddly"?▾

"Diddly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "diddly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "diddly" is /ˈdɪdəli/.

What does "diddly" mean?▾

Diddly: A small amount of no worth.

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