How to Pronounce "bow"
word
/ˈbaʊ/, /ˈboʊ/
bow, boh
/ˈbaʊ/, /ˈbəʊ/
bow, boh
Definition
As a verb, 'bow' means to bend your head or upper body forward, often to show respect. As a noun, it can mean a polite bending movement, a tied ribbon shape, or a curved weapon used for shooting arrows.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbaʊ/, /ˈboʊ/
British English
/ˈbaʊ/, /ˈbəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bow, boh
UK
bow, boh
Listen in Context
The students bowed to the teacher.
She wore a pink bow in her hair.
He used a bow to shoot an arrow.
At the end of the show, the actors came out to bow.