how to pronounce twill

/ˈtwɪl/

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twill is pronounced in one syllable

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meanings of twill

noun:

A cloth or portion of cloth woven in such a pattern.
A pattern, characterised by diagonal ridges, created by the regular interlacing of threads of the warp and weft during weaving.

verb:

To weave (cloth, etc.) so as to produce the appearance of diagonal lines or ribs on the surface.

twill frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word twill occurs in english on average 1.1 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.