How to Pronounce "pardon"
word
/ˈpɑɹdən/
PAR-duhn
/pˈɑːdən/
PAH-duhn
Definition
'Pardon' is a polite way to ask someone to repeat what they said, or to apologize for something you did. It can also mean officially forgiving someone for a crime.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɑɹdən/
British English
/pˈɑːdən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAR-duhn
UK
PAH-duhn
Listen in Context
Pardon? I didn't hear what you said.
She asked for a pardon for her mistake.
The president granted him a full pardon.
Could you say that again? Pardon.