How to Pronounce "saloons"

word

səˈɫunz

suh-LOONZ

sɐlˈuːnz

suh-LOONZ

Definition

Saloons are bars, especially those found in the American Old West, where people drank and socialized. In British English, 'saloon' can also refer to a type of car (sedan) or a large room on a ship.

IPA Transcription

American English

səˈɫunz

British English

sɐlˈuːnz

Simplified Pronunciation

suh-LOONZ

Listen in Context

Many saloons served drinks to thirsty cowboys.

Old Western movies often show gunfights in saloons.

Some British cars are called saloons.

Back in the day, saloons were the center of small town life.