How to Pronounce "smoke signal"
expression
SMOHK SIG-nuhl
smOHK SIG-nuhl
Definition
A method of sending messages by creating visible smoke patterns, traditionally used for long-distance communication by indigenous peoples or in emergencies.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsmoʊk/ /ˈsɪɡnəɫ
British English
smˈəʊk/ /sˈɪɡnəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SMOHK SIG-nuhl
UK
smOHK SIG-nuhl
Listen in Context
The tribe used smoke signals to talk to other villages.
If you're lost in the forest, you can make a smoke signal for help.
Ancient people sent messages with smoke signals.
He sent up a smoke signal hoping someone would notice he needed help.