How to Pronounce Dovecote

To pronounce "dovecote", say DOV-ec-ot-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈdʌv.kɒt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdʌv.kɒt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dovecote”

"dovecote" has 4 syllables: dov-ec-ot-e.

What does dovecote mean?

noun

  1. A small house or box, raised to a considerable height above the ground, and having compartments, in which domestic pigeons breed; a dove house.
  2. In medieval Europe, a round or square structure of stone or wood, free-standing or built into a tower, in which pigeons were kept.

Synonyms

columbariumdoocotdovehouse

Related words

columbariumbirdhousepigeonhousepigeonholepigeon-holedoghousepoultryhouse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dovecote"?▾

"Dovecote" has 4 syllables: dov · ec · ot · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dovecote"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dovecote" is /ˈdʌv.kɒt/.

What does "dovecote" mean?▾

Dovecote: A small house or box, raised to a considerable height above the ground, and having compartments, in which domestic pigeons breed; a dove house.

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