How to Pronounce "heckle"
word
ˈhɛkəɫ
HEK-uhl
hˈɛkəl
HEK-uhl
Definition
To interrupt a speaker or performer in public, often by shouting questions, rude comments, or jokes, to distract or challenge them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛkəɫ
British English
hˈɛkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HEK-uhl
UK
HEK-uhl
Listen in Context
Some people like to heckle comedians during their shows.
The politician was constantly heckled by the crowd.
Please do not heckle the performers during the play.
The audience started to heckle when the singer forgot the lyrics.