To pronounce "oilman", say OILM-an — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"oilman" has 2 syllables: oilm-an. It rhymes with deadpan and span, if that helps it stick.
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"Oilman" has 2 syllables: oilm · an.
Oilman: Somebody involved in the production, refinement or delivery of oil; such as an oil field worker or executive, or the owner of an oil well.
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