How to Pronounce "steal"
word
/ˈstiɫ/
steel
/stˈiːl/
steel
Definition
To take something that belongs to another person without permission and with the intention of keeping it or not returning it. It can also be used more loosely for taking ideas, attention, or chances unfairly.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈstiɫ/
British English
/stˈiːl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
steel
UK
steel
Listen in Context
Someone stole my bike yesterday.
It is wrong to steal money.
The man tried to steal a phone from the store.
I think someone stole my lunch from the office fridge.