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
US
SHOHLZ
UK
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.