How to Pronounce "squeal"
word
/ˈskwiɫ/
skweel
/skwˈiːl/
skweel
Definition
To make a long, high sound, usually because of pain, fear, or excitement. It can also mean to secretly report someone to the authorities, especially in informal speech.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈskwiɫ/
British English
/skwˈiːl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
skweel
UK
skweel
Listen in Context
The pig let out a loud squeal when it saw the food.
The brakes made a squeal when I stopped the car suddenly.
The children began to squeal with excitement at the party.
Don't squeal on your friends if they make a mistake.