How to Pronounce Doze

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

doze

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/doʊz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “doze”

"doze" has 2 syllables: doz-e. It rhymes with repose and close, if that helps it stick.

What does doze mean?

noun

  1. A light, short sleep or nap.

    “I felt much better after a short doze.”

verb

  1. To sleep lightly or briefly; to nap, snooze.

    “I didn’t sleep very well, but I think I may have dozed a bit.”

  2. To make dull; to stupefy.

Synonyms

slumber

Words that rhyme with doze

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reposeclosecomposeposeimposeexposeopposejuxtaposedisclosedeposeproposeinterpose

Related words

snoozedrowsecatnapnapsleepnodsomniate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "doze"?▾

"Doze" has 2 syllables: doz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "doze"?▾

The IPA transcription of "doze" is /doʊz/.

What does "doze" mean?▾

Doze: A light, short sleep or nap.

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