How to Pronounce "doorbell"
word
/ˈdɔɹˌbɛɫ/
DOR-bel
/dˈɔːbɛl/
DAW-bel
Definition
A doorbell is a device by a door that makes a sound when someone presses it, to let people inside know they are there.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɔɹˌbɛɫ/
British English
/dˈɔːbɛl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOR-bel
UK
DAW-bel
Listen in Context
I heard the doorbell and went to open the door.
Please ring the doorbell when you arrive.
Our doorbell is broken, so knock loudly.
The doorbell keeps ringing, but I’m not expecting anyone.