How to Pronounce "tell tales"
expression
TEL taylz
TEL taylz
Definition
To report someone’s wrong behavior, usually to an authority, often with the intent of getting them in trouble. It’s often used for children, but can apply to adults too.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛɫ/ /ˈteɪɫz
British English
tˈɛl/ /teɪlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEL taylz
UK
TEL taylz
Listen in Context
You shouldn't tell tales about your classmates.
Children often tell tales to get others in trouble.
My mom told me not to tell tales on my sister.
Why do you always have to tell tales instead of sorting things out yourself?