How to Pronounce Dribbles

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

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Syllables

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Letters

DRIBBL-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “dribbles”

"dribbles" has 2 syllables: dribbl-es. It rhymes with nibbles and scribbles, if that helps it stick.

What does dribbles mean?

noun

  1. Drool; saliva.
  2. A weak, unsteady stream; a trickle.

verb

  1. (basketball, soccer) In various ball games, to move (with) the ball, controlling its path by kicking or bouncing it repeatedly
  2. To let saliva drip from the mouth, to drool

Words that rhyme with dribbles

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nibblesscribblesquibblesgribblestibbalstribbles

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dribbles"?▾

"Dribbles" has 2 syllables: dribbl · es.

What does "dribbles" mean?▾

Dribbles: Drool; saliva.

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