How to Pronounce "courtyard"
word
/ˈkɔɹtˌjɑɹd/
KORT-yard
/kˈɔːtjɑːd/
KAWT-yahd
Definition
An open space or area surrounded by the walls or buildings of a house, palace, or complex, usually outside but within the property.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɔɹtˌjɑɹd/
British English
/kˈɔːtjɑːd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KORT-yard
UK
KAWT-yahd
Listen in Context
The children played in the courtyard after school.
There is a fountain in the center of the courtyard.
Our apartment has a small courtyard for relaxing.
Let's have coffee out in the courtyard this morning.