How to Pronounce "taverns"
word
ˈtævɝnz
TAV-ernz
tˈævənz
TAV-uhnz
Definition
A 'tavern' is a place where people go to drink alcohol and sometimes eat food, similar to a pub or bar, especially in historical settings.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtævɝnz
British English
tˈævənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAV-ernz
UK
TAV-uhnz
Listen in Context
Many travelers rested in old taverns along the road.
In the past, people met friends at taverns to talk and eat.
Some old cities still have traditional taverns for tourists.
The movie shows pirates drinking and singing in noisy taverns.