How to Pronounce "surveil"
word
sɝˈveɪɫ
ser-VAYL
sɚˈveɪl
suh-VAYL
Definition
To closely watch or observe someone or something, usually for security, control, or information-gathering purposes.
IPA Transcription
American English
sɝˈveɪɫ
British English
sɚˈveɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ser-VAYL
UK
suh-VAYL
Listen in Context
The police surveil the area at night.
They used cameras to surveil the building.
The company surveils its warehouses for security reasons.
Do you think the government actually surveils our online activity?