How to Pronounce Dolmen

To pronounce "dolmen", say DOLM-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɒl.mɛn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdɒl.mɛn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dolmen”

"dolmen" has 2 syllables: dolm-en. It rhymes with tolmen and pollman, if that helps it stick.

What does dolmen mean?

noun

  1. A prehistoric megalithic tomb consisting of a capstone supported by two or more upright stones, most having originally been covered with earth or smaller stones to form a barrow.
  2. More generally, any megalithic tomb, including passage graves and wedge tombs.

Synonyms

cromlechportal tomb

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Words that rhyme with dolmen

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tolmenpollmangolemanhollemanrohlmanboelmanbohlmanbohlmanncolemancolmanholemankohlman

Related words

cromlechcromlehlechcarnnamussarcophagus

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dolmen"?▾

"Dolmen" has 2 syllables: dolm · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "dolmen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dolmen" is /ˈdɒl.mɛn/.

What does "dolmen" mean?▾

Dolmen: A prehistoric megalithic tomb consisting of a capstone supported by two or more upright stones, most having originally been covered with earth or smaller stones to form a barrow.

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