How to Pronounce "barrister"
word
ˈbæɹɪstɝ/, /ˈbɛɹɪstɝ
BAIR-uh-ster
bˈæɹɪstɐ
BAIR-uh-stuh
Definition
A barrister is a type of lawyer in the UK and other countries who specializes in representing clients in court, especially in serious or complex cases.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæɹɪstɝ/, /ˈbɛɹɪstɝ
British English
bˈæɹɪstɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAIR-uh-ster
UK
BAIR-uh-stuh
Listen in Context
The barrister spoke in court for his client.
My cousin wants to become a barrister.
A barrister must know the law very well.
She hired a top barrister for her case.