How to pronounce dribble
Say it like DRIB-ul. Dribble has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRIB).
- DRIB
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dribble pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DRIBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dribble
American and British speakers say dribble in essentially the same way: /ˈdrɪbəl/ in the US and /ˈdrɪbəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: DRIB-ul.
What does dribble mean?
- In various ball games, to move (with) the ball, controlling its path by kicking or bouncing it repeatedly.
- To let saliva drip from the mouth; to drool.“The baby dribbled onto its bib.”
- To fall in drops or an unsteady stream; to trickle.
- Drool; saliva.
- Rubbish; worthless matter.
- A weak, unsteady stream; a trickle.
Where does dribble come from?
From drib + -le (frequentative suffix).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with dribble
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Questions about saying dribble
How do you pronounce dribble?
Say DRIB-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈdrɪbəl/. In British English it is /ˈdrɪbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dribble?
Dribble has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRIB). Broken into parts: DRIB · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say dribble the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdrɪbəl/ and the British form is /ˈdrɪbəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.