How to Pronounce Dole

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

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Accent

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/dɔʊl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dole”

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

Sounds exactly like: dhole, doell — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dole mean?

noun

  1. Money or other goods given as charity.
  2. Distribution; dealing; apportionment.

verb

  1. To distribute in small amounts; to share out small portions of a meager resource.

Synonyms

pancrackpogey

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Words that rhyme with dole

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

controlsoulstrollcajoleshoalconsoletrollholegoalextolpigeonholeroll

Related words

pogeypogydistributeallocationrationstipendcharitymete

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dole"?▾

"Dole" has 2 syllables: dol · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dole"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dole" is /dɔʊl/.

What does "dole" mean?▾

Dole: Money or other goods given as charity.

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