How to Pronounce "coastline"
word
ˈkoʊstˌɫaɪn
KOHST-lyn
kˈəʊslaɪn
KOHST-lyn
Definition
The outline or shape where the land meets the sea; the edge of a country or area of land next to the ocean.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkoʊstˌɫaɪn
British English
kˈəʊslaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOHST-lyn
UK
KOHST-lyn
Listen in Context
Many tourists love to walk along the coastline.
This country has a long coastline.
The map shows the entire coastline of the island.
The coastline here is really dramatic, with steep cliffs and hidden caves.