How to Pronounce “cocktail”
word
/ˈkɑkˌteɪɫ/
KOK-tayl
/kˈɒkteɪl/
KOK-tayl
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑkˌteɪɫ/
British English
/kˈɒkteɪl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOK-tayl
UK
KOK-tayl
Listen in Context
This bar makes a strong cocktail.
She ordered a cocktail with lime and ice.
He learned how to make a simple cocktail at home.
I'm in the mood for a fresh cocktail, not a beer.