American English pronunciation

How to pronounce sibyl

IPA transcription: ['sɪbəl]

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Noun

  • a woman who tells fortunes

  • (ancient Rome) a woman who was regarded as an oracle or prophet

Usage examples

  • Sibylla was also a keen supporter of the Swedish Girl Guides movement.
  • He lives in Dublin with his wife Sibylle and their five sons.
  • William died by June the following year, leaving Sibylla pregnant.