How to Pronounce Spot

To pronounce "spot", say SPOT — one syllable, IPA /spɒt/. 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

/spɒt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “spot”

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

What does spot mean?

noun

  1. A round or irregular patch on the surface of a thing having a different color, texture etc. and generally round in shape.

    “The leopard is noted for the spots of color in its fur.”

  2. A stain or disfiguring mark.

    “I have tried everything, and I can’t get this spot out.”

verb

  1. To see, find; to pick out, notice, locate, distinguish or identify.

    “Try to spot the differences between these two pictures.”

  2. To loan a small amount of money to someone.

    “I’ll spot you ten dollars for lunch.”

adjective

  1. Available on the spot; for immediate payment or delivery.

    “spot wheat; spot cash; a spot contract”

Words that rhyme with spot

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fraughtdistraughttautonslaughthottrotknotoverwroughtthoughtblotnoughtwrought

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spot"?▾

"Spot" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "spot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spot" is /spɒt/.

What does "spot" mean?▾

Spot: A round or irregular patch on the surface of a thing having a different color, texture etc. and generally round in shape.

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