How to Pronounce "achilles' heel"
expression
əˈkɪɫiz/ /ˈhiɫ
uh-KIL-eez HEEL
əˈkɪliːz/ /hˈiːl
uh-KIL-eez HEEL
Definition
An "Achilles' heel" is a particular weakness or vulnerable point in someone or something, even if they are otherwise strong or successful.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈkɪɫiz/ /ˈhiɫ
British English
əˈkɪliːz/ /hˈiːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-KIL-eez HEEL
UK
uh-KIL-eez HEEL
Listen in Context
Math has always been my Achilles' heel in school.
The team's defense is their Achilles' heel.
Chocolate is my Achilles' heel.
No matter how hard he trains, his stamina is his Achilles' heel.