How to Pronounce Gondola

To pronounce "gondola", say GOND-ol-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɒn.də.lə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɒn.də.lə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gondola”

"gondola" has 3 syllables: gond-ol-a. It rhymes with cupola and cola, if that helps it stick.

What does gondola mean?

noun

  1. A small long, narrow boat with a high prow and stern, propelled with a single oar, especially in Venice.
  2. A hanging platform or car for transporting people or cargo.

verb

  1. To travel by gondola.

Synonyms

gongondola carcable car

Words that rhyme with gondola

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cupolacolalolapayolacholabolaebolasolaidolapohjolapinolamola

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gondola"?▾

"Gondola" has 3 syllables: gond · ol · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "gondola"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gondola" is /ˈɡɒn.də.lə/.

What does "gondola" mean?▾

Gondola: A small long, narrow boat with a high prow and stern, propelled with a single oar, especially in Venice.

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