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Saul Pronunciation

Saul is pronounced SAWL, IPA /ˈsɔl/.

SAWL

US /ˈsɔl/

Syllables: SAWL (1 syllable)

noun (proper): A male given name of Hebrew origin, borne by the first king of Israel.

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Saul in a Sentence

  • Saul put the kettle on without being asked.
  • The painting shows Saul on the road to Damascus.
  • Saul and his brother run a garage in town.

Common Mispronunciations of Saul

Not SOHL

This au pair opens wide to the aw of lawn, and rounding the lips higher produces soul.

Tip: In the Bible, Saul of Tarsus is the name Paul carried before his conversion, which is why the two turn up together so often.

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