How to Pronounce Patrol

To pronounce "patrol", say PATR-ol — 2 syllables, IPA /pəˈtɹəʊl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/pəˈtɹəʊl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “patrol”

"patrol" has 2 syllables: patr-ol. It rhymes with control and soul, if that helps it stick.

What does patrol mean?

noun

  1. A going of the rounds along the chain of sentinels and between the posts, by a guard, usually consisting of three or four men, to insure greater security from attacks on the outposts.
  2. A movement, by a small body of troops beyond the line of outposts, to explore the country and gain intelligence of the enemy's whereabouts.

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Words that rhyme with patrol

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "patrol"?▾

"Patrol" has 2 syllables: patr · ol.

What is the IPA transcription of "patrol"?▾

The IPA transcription of "patrol" is /pəˈtɹəʊl/.

What does "patrol" mean?▾

Patrol: A going of the rounds along the chain of sentinels and between the posts, by a guard, usually consisting of three or four men, to insure greater security from attacks on the outposts.

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