How to Pronounce "winkle"
word
ˈwɪŋkəɫ
WIN-kuhl
wˈɪŋkəl
WIN-kuhl
Definition
A 'winkle' is a small sea snail eaten as seafood. Informally, 'to winkle (out)' means to remove or extract something with effort, especially from a tight space.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɪŋkəɫ
British English
wˈɪŋkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WIN-kuhl
UK
WIN-kuhl
Listen in Context
We collected winkles on the beach.
He tried to winkle the shrimp from its shell.
Winkles are popular snacks in Britain.
I finally managed to winkle the key out from behind the sofa.