How to Pronounce "thrall"
word
ˈθɹɔɫ
THRAWL
θɹˈɔːl
THRAWL
Definition
Being completely controlled or under the power of someone or something, like a slave or captive. It is often used in historical or literary contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɹɔɫ
British English
θɹˈɔːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THRAWL
UK
THRAWL
Listen in Context
He lived his whole life in thrall to his master.
The people were kept in thrall by fear.
She fell into the thrall of a powerful king.
Many people are in thrall to their smartphones these days.