How to Pronounce Dote

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/dəʊt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dote”

"dote" has 2 syllables: dot-e. It rhymes with promote and connote, if that helps it stick.

What does dote mean?

noun

  1. A darling, a cutie.
  2. An imbecile; a dotard.

verb

  1. (usually with on) To be weakly or foolishly fond of somebody.

    “Little Bill's parents just keep doting on him.”

  2. To act in a foolish manner; to be senile.

Synonyms

dobbymimmerkinadorelove

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Words that rhyme with dote

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promoteconnotefloatdenotemotescapegoatnoteanecdotecutthroatgloatremoteturncoat

Related words

cherishoverindulgefawndoatdandlefaddledawtdoddle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dote"?▾

"Dote" has 2 syllables: dot · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dote"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dote" is /dəʊt/.

What does "dote" mean?▾

Dote: A darling, a cutie.

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