How to Pronounce "spirituals"
word
SPIR-i-choo-uhlz
spir-i-CHOO-uhlz
Definition
Spirituals are religious folk songs originally created and sung by African Americans, especially during slavery in the United States. These songs often express faith, hope, and longing for freedom.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɪɹɪˌtʃuəɫz
British English
spˈɪɹɪtʃˌuːəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPIR-i-choo-uhlz
UK
spir-i-CHOO-uhlz
Listen in Context
Many spirituals were sung by slaves working in the fields.
Some churches still perform traditional spirituals today.
Children learned about the history of spirituals in music class.
Her grandmother used to sing old spirituals while cooking dinner.