To pronounce "sold", say SOLD — one syllable, IPA /ˈsəʊld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈsəʊld/
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"sold" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with cold and hold, if that helps it stick.
verb
“I'll sell you all three for a hundred dollars.”
“The corn sold for a good price.”
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"Sold" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "sold" is /ˈsəʊld/.
Sold: (ditransitive) To transfer goods or provide services in exchange for money.
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