How to Pronounce "dole out"
expression
ˈdoʊɫ/ /ˈaʊt
DOHL owt
dˈəʊl/ /ˈaʊt
DOHL owt
Definition
To give something, usually in small amounts, to several people. Often used for distributing items, money, or help.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdoʊɫ/ /ˈaʊt
British English
dˈəʊl/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOHL owt
UK
DOHL owt
Listen in Context
The teacher doles out pencils to the students.
They dole out food to families every weekend.
The government will dole out aid after the flood.
She doesn't like to dole out advice unless it's really needed.