How to Pronounce "equals"
word
/ˈikwəɫz/
EE-kwuhlz
/ˈiːkwəlz/
EE-kwuhlz
Definition
Means 'is the same as' or 'is equivalent to.' Used in math to show that two things are the same amount or value; also used more generally to say things have equal standing or importance.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈikwəɫz/
British English
/ˈiːkwəlz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EE-kwuhlz
UK
EE-kwuhlz
Listen in Context
Two plus two equals four.
Success never equals happiness for everyone.
One hour equals sixty minutes.
For me, spending time with friends equals a perfect weekend.