The word "dolefuls" is spelled with two syllables: "dole" and "fuls". The first syllable, "dole", is pronounced as /doʊl/ with a long "o" sound and a silent "e". The second syllable, "fuls", is pronounced as /fʊlz/ with a short "u" sound and a voiced "z". The word typically refers to a feeling of sorrow or mourning. While the word may not be commonly used in everyday conversation, it can add depth and richness to one's writing or poetry.
The word "dolefuls" is derived from the Middle English term "doleful", which traces its origins to the Old English term "dolful". In Old English, "dolful" was formed by combining the word "dol", meaning sorrow or grief, with the suffix "-ful", denoting fullness or abundance. Over time, the word "doleful" evolved to describe something that is filled or characterized by grief, sadness, or mourning. The plural form "dolefuls" then refers to multiple instances or expressions of sorrow.