How to Pronounce Parol

To pronounce "parol", say PAR-ol — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpæɹ.əl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈpæɹ.əl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “parol”

"parol" has 2 syllables: par-ol. It rhymes with apparel and barrel, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: parrel — easy to mix up when writing.

What does parol mean?

noun

  1. A word; an oral utterance.
  2. Oral declaration; word of mouth.

adjective

  1. Word of mouth.
  2. Verbal, oral, informal.

Words that rhyme with parol

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

apparelbarrelcarolcarrolcarrollparrelbharaljharal

Related words

belligerentparlanteparalexicalparoemialparabularpublicalparrhesicoral

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parol"?▾

"Parol" has 2 syllables: par · ol.

What is the IPA transcription of "parol"?▾

The IPA transcription of "parol" is /ˈpæɹ.əl/.

What does "parol" mean?▾

Parol: A word; an oral utterance.

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