How to Pronounce "wile"
word
ˈwaɪɫ
WYL
wˈaɪl
WYL
Definition
A clever trick or cunning plan meant to deceive or outsmart someone. The word can also refer more generally to skillful use of tricks to get what you want.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwaɪɫ
British English
wˈaɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WYL
UK
WYL
Listen in Context
The fox used its wiles to escape the hunters.
She tried every wile to get what she wanted.
Beware the wiles of a clever salesman.
With a little wile and patience, we got the cat into her carrier.