How to Pronounce "cast a spell"
expression
ˈkæst/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈspɛɫ
KAST uh SPELL
kˈɑːst/ /æɪ/ /spˈɛl
KAHST uh SPELL
Definition
To use magic words or actions to make something magical happen. It can also refer to strongly influencing someone, as if by magic.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæst/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈspɛɫ
British English
kˈɑːst/ /æɪ/ /spˈɛl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAST uh SPELL
UK
KAHST uh SPELL
Listen in Context
The witch cast a spell on the frog.
He wants to cast a spell to make it rain.
The wizard cast a spell to fix the broken window.
Her singing seemed to cast a spell over everyone in the room.