How to Pronounce "bailiff"
word
/ˈbeɪɫəf/
BAY-lif
/bˈeɪlɪf/
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Definition
A bailiff is an official in a court who keeps order, helps the judge, and sometimes escorts prisoners or delivers legal paperwork. In the past, it could also refer to someone who managed land or property for a lord.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbeɪɫəf/
British English
/bˈeɪlɪf/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAY-lif
UK
BAY-lif
Listen in Context
The bailiff told everyone to be quiet in the courtroom.
The bailiff brought the witnesses to the judge.
A bailiff sometimes delivers important court documents.
If you break the rules in court, the bailiff might ask you to leave.