How to Pronounce "barbed"
word
/ˈbɑɹbd/
BARBD
/bˈɑːbd/
BAHBD
Definition
Having sharp points or hooks that can catch or hurt, like a barbed wire or a barbed comment. It can describe a physical object with points or something said that is mean or pointed.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɑɹbd/
British English
/bˈɑːbd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BARBD
UK
BAHBD
Listen in Context
Be careful, that is barbed wire.
The fishhook has a barbed end.
He made a barbed comment during the meeting.
Her reply was so barbed that everyone felt awkward.