How Do You Spell THOWL?

Pronunciation: [θˈa͡ʊl] (IPA)

The word "thowl" is a Scottish verb that means "to suffer patiently." It is often used in the phrase "thole and thowl," meaning to endure hardship without complaint. The spelling of this word may seem unusual to non-Scots, but it follows Scottish pronunciation rules. In IPA phonetic transcription, "thowl" is pronounced /θɔl/, with the "th" sound as in "thin" and the "ow" sound as in "howl." It is a great reminder that language is not only about spelling, but also about how words are pronounced.

THOWL Meaning and Definition

1. • See THOLE.

   • A pin inserted into the gunwale of a boat to keep the oars in place when rowing,-if there be two to each row-lock, the oar is worked between them-if but one, the oar is fastened to it by a band or socket, and the oar may be put on or taken off at pleasure; in arch., the scutcheon or knot in the midst of a timber-vault.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for THOWL

• Thowd

Etymology of THOWL

The word "thowl" is derived from Middle English "thrawlen", which originates from Old English "þrāwan". The verb "þrāwan" means "to twist or turn", and it eventually gave rise to various forms and meanings over time. In Scots dialect, "thowl" primarily refers to enduring or tolerating something, often used in the idiom "I canna thole it", meaning "I can't bear it".