How to Pronounce "cajole"
word
kəˈdʒoʊɫ
kuh-JOHL
kɐdʒˈəʊl
kuh-JOHL
Definition
To persuade someone to do something by gentle urging, flattery, or repeated requests.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈdʒoʊɫ
British English
kɐdʒˈəʊl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-JOHL
UK
kuh-JOHL
Listen in Context
He tried to cajole his friend into joining the club.
The teacher cajoled the children to finish their homework.
She cajoled her parents into letting her stay out late.
It took a lot of effort to cajole him into coming to the party.