How to Pronounce Gambol

To pronounce "gambol", say GAMB-ol — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡæm.bəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɡæm.bəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gambol”

"gambol" has 2 syllables: gamb-ol. It rhymes with scramble and ramble, if that helps it stick.

What does gambol mean?

noun

  1. An instance of running or skipping about playfully.
  2. An instance of more general frisking or frolicking.

verb

  1. To move about playfully; to frolic.
  2. To do a forward roll.

Words that rhyme with gambol

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scramblerambleshamblehamblescamblepreamblefambleunscrambleamblebramblecambellcampbell

Related words

cavortcaperrollickfrolicdisportrompplayfrisk

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gambol"?▾

"Gambol" has 2 syllables: gamb · ol.

What is the IPA transcription of "gambol"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gambol" is /ˈɡæm.bəl/.

What does "gambol" mean?▾

Gambol: An instance of running or skipping about playfully.

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