How to Pronounce "gillies"
word
ˈɡɪɫiz
GIL-leez
ɡˈɪliz
gi-LEEZ
Definition
A 'gillie' is a person who acts as a fishing or hunting guide, especially in Scotland or Ireland. 'Gillies' can also refer to special soft shoes worn for traditional Scottish dancing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪɫiz
British English
ɡˈɪliz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GIL-leez
UK
gi-LEEZ
Listen in Context
Many Scottish estates employ gillies during fishing season.
The gillies showed us the best spots to catch salmon.
She wore black gillies for the highland dance competition.
You can't imagine how helpful the gillies were on our fishing trip!