How to Pronounce "pelham"
word
ˈpɛɫəm
PEL-uhm
pˈɛləm
PEL-uhm
Definition
A pelham is a type of horse bit with shanks and a curb chain, allowing the rider to use either direct or leverage control.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛɫəm
British English
pˈɛləm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEL-uhm
UK
PEL-uhm
Listen in Context
The rider put a pelham on the horse for better control.
A pelham combines features of a snaffle and a curb bit.
Some horses respond better to a pelham.
My trainer suggested switching to a pelham for our next show.