How to Pronounce Oil

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

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/ɔɪl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “oil”

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

What does oil mean?

noun

  1. Liquid fat.
  2. Petroleum-based liquid used as fuel or lubricant.

Words that rhyme with oil

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

turmoilrecoilcoilfoilsoilspoilgargoyleroilembroilscroyleboildroil

Related words

lubricatelubeaneleanointfunnelnaphthaoilfieldlubrication

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "oil"?▾

"Oil" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "oil"?▾

The IPA transcription of "oil" is /ɔɪl/.

What does "oil" mean?▾

Oil: Liquid fat.

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