How to Pronounce "sprinkle"
word
/ˈspɹɪŋkəɫ/
SPRING-kuhl
/spɹˈɪŋkəl/
spring-Kuhl
Definition
To scatter small drops or pieces of something, like water or powder, over an area. It can also mean a light rainfall.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈspɹɪŋkəɫ/
British English
/spɹˈɪŋkəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPRING-kuhl
UK
spring-Kuhl
Listen in Context
Please sprinkle some salt on the eggs.
The baker sprinkled sugar over the cake.
It started to sprinkle while we were outside.
Just sprinkle a little cheese on top for extra flavor.