How to Pronounce "pulley"
word
ˈpʊɫi
PUHL-ee
pˈʊli
PUL-ee
Definition
A pulley is a simple machine made of a wheel with a groove around it, used with a rope or cable to lift or move heavy objects.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊɫi
British English
pˈʊli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUHL-ee
UK
PUL-ee
Listen in Context
The pulley lifts the heavy box easily.
He fixed the broken pulley on the well.
This machine uses a pulley to move the load.
If the pulley gets stuck, the elevator won't work.