How to pronounce aul
Say it like AWL. Aul is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- AWL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aul pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AWLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of aul
American and British speakers say aul in essentially the same way: /ɔl/ in the US and /əʊl/ in the UK.
British respelling: OHL.
What does aul mean?
- A village encampment in the Caucasus, Central Asia or the Southern Urals.
- Alternative form of auld.
Words that rhyme with aul
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aul.
Words that sound like aul
Questions about saying aul
How do you pronounce aul?
Say AWL. The American pronunciation is /ɔl/. In British English it is /əʊl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aul?
Aul is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: AWL.
Do Americans and Brits say aul the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɔl/ and the British form is /əʊl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as aul?
Aul sounds the same as all in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.