How to Pronounce Wattle

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈwɒtəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wattle”

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

What does wattle mean?

noun

  1. A construction of branches and twigs woven together to form a wall, barrier, fence, or roof.
  2. A single twig or rod laid on a roof to support the thatch.

verb

  1. To construct a wattle, or make a construction of wattles.
  2. To bind with wattles or twigs.

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Words that rhyme with wattle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

throttlecautelmottlebottletwattlearistotlebluebottleglottalscrotaldottle

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wattle"?▾

"Wattle" has 2 syllables: wattl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "wattle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wattle" is /ˈwɒtəl/.

What does "wattle" mean?▾

Wattle: A construction of branches and twigs woven together to form a wall, barrier, fence, or roof.

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