How to Pronounce Droll

To pronounce "droll", say DROLL — one syllable, IPA /dɹəʊl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/dɹəʊl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “droll”

"droll" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with control and soul, if that helps it stick.

What does droll mean?

noun

  1. A funny person; a buffoon, a wag.

verb

  1. To jest, to joke.

adjective

  1. Oddly humorous; whimsical, amusing in a quaint way; waggish.

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Words that rhyme with droll

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controlsoulstrollcajoleshoalconsoletrollholegoalextolpigeonholeroll

Related words

humoroushumourousfunnyamusinghilariouswaggishentertainingfun

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "droll"?▾

"Droll" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "droll"?▾

The IPA transcription of "droll" is /dɹəʊl/.

What does "droll" mean?▾

Droll: A funny person; a buffoon, a wag.

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