How to Pronounce Dreidl

To pronounce "dreidl", say DREIDL — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DREIDL

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What does dreidl mean?

noun

  1. A four-sided spinning top, inscribed with the four Hebrew letters נ, ג, ה, and ש or פ on each side, associated with and often used during Hanukkah.
  2. A gambling game played using this top.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "dreidl"?▾

"Dreidl" has one syllable.

What does "dreidl" mean?▾

Dreidl: A four-sided spinning top, inscribed with the four Hebrew letters נ, ג, ה, and ש or פ on each side, associated with and often used during Hanukkah.

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