How Do You Spell TOMBOLA?

Pronunciation: [təmbˈə͡ʊlə] (IPA)

The word "tombola" is spelled t-oh-m-b-oh-l-uh. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /təmˈbəʊlə/. "Tombola" is a word that refers to a type of lottery game that is popular in Italy and other parts of Europe. In this game, numbers are drawn randomly and players place their bets on the outcome. The word's spelling includes the silent "b" in the middle, which is common in many words in the English language, and the final syllable is pronounced with a schwa vowel sound.

TOMBOLA Meaning and Definition

1. Tombola is a noun that refers to a game of chance or lottery, often played at fairs, fundraising events, and parties. In this game, small tickets or tokens are sold, each with a corresponding number. These tickets are then randomly chosen or drawn from a revolving drum or container called a tombola.

   The purpose of tombola is usually to raise money for a certain cause or organization. The tickets are typically sold at a low price, making it accessible for a wide range of participants. The game involves the act of drawing one or more tickets from the tombola, which is spun or mixed to ensure fairness and randomness. The ticket holder(s) with the chosen numbers then win a prize or a share of the proceeds.

   The prizes at a tombola can vary greatly, ranging from small trinkets, toys, or sweets to more substantial items such as household goods, electronics, or even cash prizes. The excitement and suspense of not knowing which ticket will be drawn adds to the enjoyment of participating in a tombola.

   In some regions, tombola is also known as a raffle or a lucky dip. The term "tombola" is of Italian origin and is commonly used in the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries. It has become a traditional part of many social events and charity fundraisers, providing a fun and interactive way for people to support a cause while potentially winning a prize.

Common Misspellings for TOMBOLA

• rombola
• tomora
• tambora
• toombolo
• tombolo
• Tomobolo
• Tomboeu
• Wombol
• jombosa
• gombosa
• karombola
• tumpola
• tambolla

Etymology of TOMBOLA

The word "tombola" is derived from the Italian language. It comes from the Italian word "tombolare", which means "to tumble" or "to roll". This word was used to describe a game of chance, similar to a lottery or raffle, in which numbered tickets or tokens would be tumbled or rolled in a container before being drawn by chance. The game became popular in Italy and eventually spread to other countries, where it was referred to as "tombola" or a similar variant.

Similar spelling words for TOMBOLA

• rumble-tumble,
• Dimply,
• tumble-down,
• dimpl,
• temple-like,
• tempel,
• tumble-drier,
• timbale,
• tumble,
• dumpily,
• dumbbell-shaped,
• templ,
• Domable,
• timballo,
• twombly,
• Dumple,
• tumble-dries,
• Tomball,
• tumble-dry,
• DMPL,
• tumble-dried,
• tambala,
• rough-and-tumble,
• tomfool,
• toombul,
• Timbal,
• WDMPL,
• Dimble,
• tampala,
• Tomblin,
• dumbly,
• damballah,
• tombal,
• tumble-home,
• timple,
• Tymbal,
• 10p/tempel,
• TAMPL,
• tamable,
• timbul,
• TimBL,
• DMOPL,
• DOMBL,
• dimple,
• dumble,
• temple-goer,
• timpul,
• tumble-dryer,
• dombal,
• tumpel,
• TMPIL,
• DMPLE,
• dambulla,
• templo,
• timeball,
• damballa,
• dumbell,
• 9p/tempel,
• tombolo,
• tameable,
• tumbly,
• dimboola,
• dumbbell,
• tompolo,
• d'emblee,
• damply,
• templi,
• Rock-temple,
• dimplier,
• dimmable,
• tempel-tuttle,
• tumble-printing,
• temple.

Plural form of TOMBOLA is TOMBOLAS