How to Pronounce "eightball"
word
ˈeɪtbɔl
ATE-bawl
ˈeɪtbɔːl
ATE-bawl
Definition
The black ball marked with the number 8 in the game of pool or billiards. It is the last ball that players must pot to win in the game "eight-ball".
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪtbɔl
British English
ˈeɪtbɔːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ATE-bawl
UK
ATE-bawl
Listen in Context
The eightball is black and sits at the center of the rack.
You must put the eightball in the pocket to win the game.
Be careful not to hit the eightball too early.
I missed my shot and accidentally sank the eightball.