How to Pronounce Ol

To pronounce "ol", say OL — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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What does ol mean?

adjective

  1. Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.

    an old abandoned building;  an old friend

  2. Having been used and thus no longer new or unused.

    I find that an old toothbrush is good to clean the keyboard with.

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How many syllables are in "ol"?

"Ol" has one syllable.

What does "ol" mean?

Ol: Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.

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