Skip to content
vocaboo
Beta
Log in

dots

Pronunciation: [dɑts]

Word

Learn how to use dots in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “visual representation”

(noun) small round marks or points, often used to create pictures or patterns. Dots can be found in art, on paper, or on screens, like when you see the dots that make up a picture or design.

Example

The artist used colorful dots to create a beautiful painting.

Example

There are no dots on this blank piece of paper.

Example

How many dots are there on your drawing?

Context: “action, mark”

(verb) to put small marks or points in a specific place. This is often done to show or label something clearly, like when you dot your 'i's in writing.

Example

She dotted her notes with bright colors to make them fun.

Example

He didn’t dot the letters clearly, so they looked messy.

Example

Did you remember to dot the 'i' in your name?

Context: “games”

(noun) a small number used in games, especially on dice or other counting tools. The dots represent numbers, helping players keep track of scores or moves.

Example

He rolled the dice and got three dots, so he moved his piece forward.

Example

The dice rolled with no dots showing, so it didn’t count.

Example

How many dots did you see on your last roll?

How to pronounce dots

Pronunciation: [dɑts]

Listen and repeat as many times as you need.

0s
0s