How to Pronounce Throttle

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈθɹɒtəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “throttle”

"throttle" has 2 syllables: throttl-e. It rhymes with cautel and mottle, if that helps it stick.

What does throttle mean?

noun

  1. A valve that regulates the supply of fuel-air mixture to an internal combustion engine and thus controls its speed; a similar valve that controls the air supply to an engine.
  2. The lever or pedal that controls this valve.

Synonyms

acceleratorgasgas pedal

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Words that rhyme with throttle

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cautelmottlebottlewattletwattlearistotlebluebottleglottalscrotaldottle

Related words

gungastrammelconfineacceleratorlimitrestrictstrangle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "throttle"?▾

"Throttle" has 2 syllables: throttl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "throttle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "throttle" is /ˈθɹɒtəl/.

What does "throttle" mean?▾

Throttle: A valve that regulates the supply of fuel-air mixture to an internal combustion engine and thus controls its speed; a similar valve that controls the air supply to an engine.

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