How to Pronounce "instills"
word
ˌɪnˈstɪɫz
in-STILZ
ɪnstˈɪl
in-STIL
Definition
To gradually put an idea, feeling, or quality into someone's mind so they accept it, believe it, or follow it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈstɪɫz
British English
ɪnstˈɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-STILZ
UK
in-STIL
Listen in Context
A good teacher instills respect in her students.
Her mother instills confidence in her every day.
The coach instills discipline in the team.
Traveling often instills a sense of adventure in people.