How to pronounce awl
Say it like AWL. Awl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- AWL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Awl 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 awl
American and British speakers say awl in essentially the same way: /ɔl/ in the US and /ɔːl/ in the UK.
British respelling: AWL.
What does awl mean?
- A pointed instrument for piercing small holes, as in leather or wood; used by shoemakers, saddlers, cabinetmakers, etc. The blade is differently shaped and pointed for different uses, as in the brad awl, saddler's awl, shoemaker's awl, etc.
- Any of various hesperiid butterflies.
Where does awl come from?
From Middle English aul, alle, al, from Old English æl, from Proto-West Germanic *al, from Proto-Germanic *alaz, from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ólos.
Words that rhyme with awl
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of awl.
Words that sound like awl
Questions about saying awl
How do you pronounce awl?
Say AWL. The American pronunciation is /ɔl/. In British English it is /ɔːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in awl?
Awl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: AWL.
Do Americans and Brits say awl the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɔl/ and the British form is /ɔːl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as awl?
Awl sounds the same as all in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.