How to Pronounce "ballads"
word
ˈbæɫədz
BAL-uhdz
bˈælədz
BAL-uhdz
Definition
Ballads are songs or poems that tell a story, usually in a simple and emotional way. The term can also refer to slow, sentimental songs about love or other deep feelings.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæɫədz
British English
bˈælədz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAL-uhdz
UK
BAL-uhdz
Listen in Context
Old English ballads tell stories of knights and heroes.
Many singers like to perform romantic ballads.
Folk ballads often have simple melodies.
He made his career singing powerful ballads that everyone remembers.