How to Pronounce "barrack"
word
ˈbæɹək/, /ˈbɛɹək
BARR-uhk
bˈæɹək
BARR-uhk
Definition
A barrack is a building or group of buildings where soldiers live and sleep. In some countries, 'barrack' can also mean to shout support or encouragement, usually at a sports match (mainly in Australia).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæɹək/, /ˈbɛɹək
British English
bˈæɹək
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BARR-uhk
UK
BARR-uhk
Listen in Context
Many soldiers live in the barrack during their training.
The new barrack was built last year.
The barrack has a large dining hall for all the soldiers.
They marched straight from the parade ground back to their barrack.