How to Pronounce "scintilla"
word
sɪnˈtɪɫə
sin-TIL-uh
sɪntˈɪlɐ
sin-TIL-uh
Definition
A very small amount of something, often used to emphasize that only a tiny trace or hint exists.
IPA Transcription
American English
sɪnˈtɪɫə
British English
sɪntˈɪlɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sin-TIL-uh
UK
sin-TIL-uh
Listen in Context
There isn’t a scintilla of evidence against her.
He didn’t show a scintilla of emotion in court.
I don’t have a scintilla of doubt about my choice.
She accepted the apology without a scintilla of hesitation.