How to Pronounce Stole

To pronounce "stole", say STOL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈstəʊl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈstəʊl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stole”

"stole" has 2 syllables: stol-e. It rhymes with control and soul, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: stoll, stohl, stol — easy to mix up when writing.

What does stole mean?

verb

  1. To take illegally, or without the owner's permission, something owned by someone else.

    “Three irreplaceable paintings were stolen from the gallery.”

  2. (of ideas, words, music, a look, credit, etc.) To appropriate without giving credit or acknowledgement.

    “They stole my idea for a biodegradable, disposable garbage de-odorizer.”

Synonyms

sneak

Antonyms

bestowdonategrantbuyearnpurchase

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Words that rhyme with stole

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

controlsoulstrollcajoleshoalconsoletrollholegoalextolpigeonholeroll

Related words

rodethrewtookshotliftedpiquedrobabducted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stole"?▾

"Stole" has 2 syllables: stol · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "stole"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stole" is /ˈstəʊl/.

What does "stole" mean?▾

Stole: To take illegally, or without the owner's permission, something owned by someone else.

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