How to Pronounce "coquilles"
word
koʊˈkiːlz
koh-KEELZ
kˈɒkwɪlz
KOK-wilz
Definition
A 'coquille' is a typographical error in a printed or written text, such as a misspelled word or accidental mistake. In English, it's very rarely used and mostly found in discussions about French or printing.
IPA Transcription
American English
koʊˈkiːlz
British English
kˈɒkwɪlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
koh-KEELZ
UK
KOK-wilz
Listen in Context
There was a coquille in the printed article.
The translator spotted several coquilles in the draft.
She fixed the coquille before sending the report.
Editors are trained to notice even minor coquilles.