How to Pronounce Dolor

To pronounce "dolor", say DOL-or — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdoʊlə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈdoʊlə(ɹ)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dolor

"dolor" has 2 syllables: dol-or. It rhymes with polar and steamroller, if that helps it stick.

What does dolor mean?

noun

  1. Sorrow, grief, misery or anguish.
  2. A unit of pain used to theoretically weigh people's outcomes.

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Words that rhyme with dolor

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dolor"?

"Dolor" has 2 syllables: dol · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "dolor"?

The IPA transcription of "dolor" is /ˈdoʊlə(ɹ)/.

What does "dolor" mean?

Dolor: Sorrow, grief, misery or anguish.

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