How to Pronounce "oracle"
word
/ˈɔɹəkəɫ/
AW-ruh-kuhl
/ˈɒɹəkəl/
O-ruh-kuhl
Definition
In ancient times, an oracle was a person or place believed to provide wise or prophetic answers from the gods. Now, it can also mean someone who gives wise advice or a message that predicts the future.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɔɹəkəɫ/
British English
/ˈɒɹəkəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AW-ruh-kuhl
UK
O-ruh-kuhl
Listen in Context
The ancient Greeks visited the oracle to ask for advice.
The oracle gave predictions about the city's future.
Many believed the oracle's words were from the gods.
Nowadays, people call her the oracle of fashion because her advice is always right.