How to Pronounce "bring to a boil"
expression
BRING-tuh-uh-BOYL
bring-too-uh-BOYL
Definition
To heat a liquid, such as water or soup, until it starts to bubble and boil; often used in cooking instructions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹɪŋ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɔɪɫ
British English
bɹˈɪŋ/ /tˈuː/ /æɪ/ /bˈɔɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRING-tuh-uh-BOYL
UK
bring-too-uh-BOYL
Listen in Context
Bring to a boil before adding the pasta.
Slowly bring to a boil over medium heat.
Heat the soup and bring to a boil.
Once the water comes to a boil, add the rice and stir.