How to Pronounce "shoals"

word

ˈʃoʊɫz

SHOHLZ

ʃˈəʊlz

SHOHLZ

Definition

Shoals are shallow areas in a body of water made of sand or stones, which can be dangerous for boats. The word can also mean large groups of fish swimming together.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈʃoʊɫz

British English

ʃˈəʊlz

Simplified Pronunciation

SHOHLZ

Listen in Context

The boat avoided the shoals near the shore.

There are many shoals in this river.

A group of fish swam in shoals close to the beach.

Many ships have run aground on hidden shoals during storms.