How to Pronounce "vail"
word
/ˈveɪɫ/
VAYL
/vˈeɪl/
VAYL
Definition
'Vail' is an old or rare verb meaning to lower or remove something as a sign of respect, such as your head or hat. It is not used in modern English except in historical texts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈveɪɫ/
British English
/vˈeɪl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VAYL
UK
VAYL
Listen in Context
In the old play, the servant vails his head.
The gentleman vailed his hat in respect.
People would vail when meeting the king.
In Shakespeare's time, you'd be expected to vail your hat indoors.