How to Pronounce "vanguard"
word
ˈvænˌɡɑɹd
VAN-gard
vˈæŋɡɑːd
VANG-gahd
Definition
The people or ideas leading the way in new developments or movements; originally, the front part of an army moving into battle.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈvænˌɡɑɹd
British English
vˈæŋɡɑːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VAN-gard
UK
VANG-gahd
Listen in Context
This company is at the vanguard of medical research.
Artists in Paris were once the vanguard of modern art.
The vanguard moved ahead of the main army.
Tech startups are the vanguard driving change in our industry.