How to Pronounce "ban"
word
/ˈbæn/
ban
/bˈæn/
ban
Definition
To officially not allow something. It is also used as a noun to describe a law or rule that prevents something from being done or used.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbæn/
British English
/bˈæn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ban
UK
ban
Listen in Context
They ban smoking in public places.
The government announced a ban on plastic bags.
He was banned from driving for a year.
Some websites get banned in certain countries.