How to Pronounce "virgil"
word
/ˈvɝdʒəɫ/
VUR-juhl
/ˈvɜːdʒəl/
VUR-juhl
Definition
Virgil is the name of a famous ancient Roman poet, best known for writing the epic poem the Aeneid. It is also used as a male given name.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈvɝdʒəɫ/
British English
/ˈvɜːdʒəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VUR-juhl
UK
VUR-juhl
Listen in Context
We read Virgil in class today.
Virgil was a Roman poet.
My uncle named his dog Virgil.
I always mix up Virgil and Homer when I'm tired.