How to Pronounce "suckle"
word
ˈsəkəɫ
SUH-kuhl
sˈʌkəl
SUK-uhl
Definition
To feed a baby or young animal with milk directly from the mother’s breast or udder. It can refer to the act performed by the mother (giving milk) or the baby (drinking milk).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsəkəɫ
British English
sˈʌkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUH-kuhl
UK
SUK-uhl
Listen in Context
The kitten began to suckle from its mother.
The veterinarian watched the puppies suckle.
Babies often suckle for comfort, not just hunger.
Some mother animals suckle their young for several weeks.