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doll

Definition:

(nou) a small replica of a person; used as a toy (nou) informal terms for a (young) woman

Phonetic Transcription:

dɒl

Examples:

The girl is somnolent after she played with a doll.

The doll was partible.

The doll in the bedroom disappeared.

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Common mistakes of doll pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "doll" with a long "o" sound, like "dole". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /dɔl/ in US English and /dɒl/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound.
Overemphasizing the "l": A common mistake is to pronounce the "l" at the end of "doll" too strongly, making it sound like "doll-l". The correct pronunciation is /dɔl/ (US) and /dɒl/ (UK) with a softer ending. Tip: Keep the "l" light and quick.
Ignoring the consonant blend: Some may pronounce "doll" as "dawl", adding an unnecessary "w" sound. The correct pronunciation is /dɔl/ (US) and /dɒl/ (UK), without the "w" sound. Tip: Practice saying "doll" slowly to avoid adding extra sounds.
Confusing with "dole": Learners might confuse "doll" with "dole", pronouncing it as /doʊl/. This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /dɔl/ (US) and /dɒl/ (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference.
Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "doll" as if it has two syllables. In fact, "doll" is a single-syllable word pronounced /dɔl/ (US) and /dɒl/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "doll" has only one syllable.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "doll" in American English?

In American English, "doll" is pronounced as /dɑl/ with a single syllable and the stress on the vowel sound. The "o" is pronounced like the "a" in "father," making it sound straightforward.

What is the British pronunciation of "doll"?

In British English, "doll" is pronounced as /dɒl/, also with a single syllable and stressed on the vowel. Here, the "o" is pronounced like the "o" in "hot," which may sound slightly different from the American pronunciation.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "doll"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "doll" as /doʊl/, which adds an unnecessary diphthong sound. Remember that "doll" has a short vowel sound, so keep it simple and flat.

Does "doll" have any homophones?

Yes, "doll" has a homophone: "dole." Both words are pronounced the same way, /dɑl/ in American English and /dɒl/ in British English, but they have different meanings.