How to Pronounce "lobbies"
word
ˈɫɑbiz
LAH-beez
lˈɒbɪz
LOB-iz
Definition
Plural of "lobby." It usually refers to entrance halls inside buildings, or organized groups who try to influence decision makers, especially in politics.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɑbiz
British English
lˈɒbɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAH-beez
UK
LOB-iz
Listen in Context
The hotel has two lobbies on different floors.
People waited in the lobbies before the meeting started.
Many lobbies try to influence government laws.
During big events, the lobbies get crowded very quickly.