How to Pronounce "abbot"
word
ˈæbət
AB-uht
ˈæbət
AB-uht
Definition
An abbot is the head man in charge of a monastery, especially in Christian and Buddhist traditions. He leads the monks and manages the monastery's matters.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæbət
British English
ˈæbət
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AB-uht
UK
AB-uht
Listen in Context
The abbot leads the monks in the monastery.
The abbot makes important decisions.
Many people respect the abbot in the village.
After years as a monk, he was chosen as the new abbot.