How to Pronounce Soil

To pronounce "soil", say SOIL — one syllable, IPA /sɔɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/sɔɪl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “soil”

"soil" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with turmoil and recoil, if that helps it stick.

What does soil mean?

noun

  1. A mixture of mineral particles and organic material, used to support plant growth.
  2. The unconsolidated mineral or organic material on the immediate surface of the earth that serves as a natural medium for the growth of land plants.

Synonyms

dirtearth

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Words that rhyme with soil

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

turmoilrecoilcoilfoilspoiloilgargoyleroilembroilscroyleboildroil

Related words

dirtcollylandgroundgreasebemirestainbegrime

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "soil"?▾

"Soil" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "soil"?▾

The IPA transcription of "soil" is /sɔɪl/.

What does "soil" mean?▾

Soil: A mixture of mineral particles and organic material, used to support plant growth.

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