How to Pronounce "molehill"
word
ˈmoʊɫˌhɪɫ
MOHL-hil
mˈəʊlhɪl
MOHL-hil
Definition
A small pile of earth created on the ground by a mole pushing up soil as it digs its tunnels. It also appears in the phrase 'make a mountain out of a molehill,' meaning to exaggerate a small problem.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmoʊɫˌhɪɫ
British English
mˈəʊlhɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOHL-hil
UK
MOHL-hil
Listen in Context
A molehill appeared in our backyard overnight.
The dog sniffed around the molehill curiously.
A molehill is much smaller than a mountain.
Stop worrying—you're making a mountain out of a molehill.