How to Pronounce "vestal"
word
ˈvɛstəɫ
VES-tuhl
vˈɛstəl
VES-tuhl
Definition
Originally, 'vestal' refers to a Virgin Priestess of the Roman goddess Vesta, known for maintaining the sacred fire and their vow of chastity. It can also mean someone or something pure, chaste, or untouched.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈvɛstəɫ
British English
vˈɛstəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VES-tuhl
UK
VES-tuhl
Listen in Context
The ancient Romans respected the vestal virgins.
She led a vestal life, full of purity and simplicity.
A vestal flame was kept burning in the temple.
The artist said her inspiration was a vestal figure from mythology.