How to Pronounce "atoll"
word
ˈæˌtɑɫ/, /ˈæˌtɔɫ/, /əˈtoʊɫ
AT-awl or uh-TOHL
ˈætɒl
AT-ol
Definition
A ring-shaped coral island or series of islets, surrounding a lagoon, usually found in warm ocean waters.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæˌtɑɫ/, /ˈæˌtɔɫ/, /əˈtoʊɫ
British English
ˈætɒl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AT-awl or uh-TOHL
UK
AT-ol
Listen in Context
An atoll is a type of coral island.
The atoll surrounds a blue lagoon.
Many fish live near the atoll.
Tourists love to snorkel around the atoll because the water is so clear.