How to Pronounce "olde"
word
ˈoʊɫd
OHLD
ˈəʊld
OHLD
Definition
'Olde' is an archaic or old-fashioned spelling of 'old', often seen in names to evoke a historical or traditional feeling.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊɫd
British English
ˈəʊld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OHLD
UK
OHLD
Listen in Context
The bakery is called 'Ye Olde Bakery'.
They visited the Olde Tavern during their trip.
The sign said 'Ye Olde Bookshop'.
A lot of pubs use 'Olde' in their names to sound historic.