How to Pronounce "turnstile"
word
ˈtɝnˌstaɪɫ
TURN-style
tˈɜːnstaɪl
TURN-style
Definition
A turnstile is a type of gate with revolving horizontal arms that only allows one person through at a time, usually used for admission control in places like subway stations or stadiums.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɝnˌstaɪɫ
British English
tˈɜːnstaɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TURN-style
UK
TURN-style
Listen in Context
You need a ticket to go through the turnstile at the subway station.
Please push the turnstile to enter the stadium.
Children must be with an adult to pass through the turnstile.
The line moved slowly because everyone had to scan their card at the turnstile.