How to Pronounce Dreadlock

To pronounce "dreadlock", say DREADL-ock — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

DREADL-ock

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💡 Tip for remembering “dreadlock”

"dreadlock" has 2 syllables: dreadl-ock. It rhymes with headlock, if that helps it stick.

What does dreadlock mean?

noun

  1. A single strand of dreadlocks

verb

  1. To put (hair) into dreadlocks

Synonyms

dread

Words that rhyme with dreadlock

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

headlock

Related words

rastafariandreaddreadslocksdredsdredlocksdraidsdabberlocks

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dreadlock"?▾

"Dreadlock" has 2 syllables: dreadl · ock.

What does "dreadlock" mean?▾

Dreadlock: A single strand of dreadlocks

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