How to Pronounce "patrols"

word

/pəˈtɹoʊɫz/

puh-TROHLZ

/pɐtɹˈəʊlz/

puh-TROHLZ

Definition

Groups of people, usually police or soldiers, who regularly walk or drive around an area to check for problems or keep it safe.

American English

/pəˈtɹoʊɫz/

British English

/pɐtɹˈəʊlz/

puh-TROHLZ

The police send patrols around the neighborhood every night.

Soldiers go on patrols to keep the border safe.

There are extra patrols in the park during festivals.

Since the robbery, more patrols have been seen on the streets at night.