How to Pronounce "awhile"
word
/əˈwaɪɫ/
uh-WYL
/ɐwˈaɪl/
uh-WYL
Definition
For a short time or for some time. It is an adverb, often used after verbs like 'wait,' 'stay,' or 'sit'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈwaɪɫ/
British English
/ɐwˈaɪl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-WYL
UK
uh-WYL
Listen in Context
Please sit awhile and relax.
We talked awhile after dinner.
Stay awhile if you have time.
I'm going to lie down for awhile before we leave.