Como Pronunciar "stifle"

word

ˈstaɪfəɫ

STY-fuhl

stˈaɪfəl

STY-fuhl

Definição

To stop something from happening or developing, often by force, or to make it difficult for someone to express themselves. It can also mean having trouble breathing because something is preventing air from entering.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈstaɪfəɫ

Inglês Britânico

stˈaɪfəl

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

STY-fuhl

Ouça em Contexto

It's hard to stifle a sneeze.

She tried to stifle her feelings in front of the class.

Smoke can stifle people in a burning building.

He couldn't stifle a laugh when he heard the joke.