How to Pronounce "potholes"
word
ˈpɑtˌhoʊɫz
PAHT-hohlz
pˈɒthəʊlz
POT-hohlz
Definition
Potholes are holes or depressions in the surface of a road, usually caused by water and traffic damaging the pavement. They can make driving uncomfortable or even dangerous.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑtˌhoʊɫz
British English
pˈɒthəʊlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAHT-hohlz
UK
POT-hohlz
Listen in Context
The road has many potholes after the heavy rain.
Drivers try to avoid the potholes on the street.
The city will repair the potholes next week.
My car hit one of those huge potholes and now I have a flat tire.