How to Pronounce Petrodollar

To pronounce "petrodollar", say PETR-od-oll-ar — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

PETR-od-oll-ar

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💡 Tip for remembering “petrodollar”

"petrodollar" has 4 syllables: petr-od-oll-ar. It rhymes with holler and scholar, if that helps it stick.

What does petrodollar mean?

noun

  1. (chiefly in the plural) Money (typically in dollars) earned from the sale of oil

Words that rhyme with petrodollar

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hollerscholarcollarcrawlersqualorcolorhaulercallerlollercollortrawlersmaller

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "petrodollar"?▾

"Petrodollar" has 4 syllables: petr · od · oll · ar.

What does "petrodollar" mean?▾

Petrodollar: (chiefly in the plural) Money (typically in dollars) earned from the sale of oil

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