How to Pronounce "soleil"
word
soʊˈɫeɪɫ
soh-LAYL
səʊˈleɪ
suh-LAY
Definition
The French word for 'sun', the star at the center of our solar system that gives us light and warmth.
IPA Transcription
American English
soʊˈɫeɪɫ
British English
səʊˈleɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
soh-LAYL
UK
suh-LAY
Listen in Context
The French word 'soleil' means 'sun' in English.
Children draw a big yellow 'soleil' in art class.
She said, 'Le soleil brille,' which means 'the sun is shining.'
Some perfumes are called 'soleil' because they want to capture the feeling of summer.