How to Pronounce "stifle"
word
ˈstaɪfəɫ
STY-fuhl
stˈaɪfəl
STY-fuhl
Definition
To stop something from happening or developing, often by force, or to make it difficult for someone to express themselves. It can also mean having trouble breathing because something is preventing air from entering.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstaɪfəɫ
British English
stˈaɪfəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STY-fuhl
UK
STY-fuhl
Listen in Context
It's hard to stifle a sneeze.
She tried to stifle her feelings in front of the class.
Smoke can stifle people in a burning building.
He couldn't stifle a laugh when he heard the joke.