How to Pronounce "squills"
word
skwɪlz
skwilz
skwˈɪl
skWIL
Definition
'Squills' are bulbous plants from the lily family, especially known for their medicinal use and star-shaped blue or white flowers. The most common variety is the sea squill, used in traditional medicine.
IPA Transcription
American English
skwɪlz
British English
skwˈɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
skwilz
UK
skWIL
Listen in Context
The squills are blooming in the garden.
People use squills in traditional medicine.
Squills have pretty blue flowers.
Every spring, wild squills cover the forest floor.