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How do you spell Cajole?

Correct spelling

cajole

Think of a chattering jay: CA-jay-OLE with silent E

Why is cajole spelled this way?

From French cajoler, to chatter like a jay. To cajole is to persuade through persistent, flattering chatter — the jay's song applied to human persuasion.

Common misspellings of cajole

cajolcajoulekajolecahole

Example

She tried to cajole her brother into lending her the car with promises of home-baked cookies.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell cajole?+
The correct spelling is "cajole". Think of a chattering jay: CA-jay-OLE with silent E
Is it cajol or cajole?+
The correct spelling is "cajole", not "cajol".

Other commonly misspelled words

decadent decanter deceit deceive

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