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How to Pronounce "walkabout"

word

ˈwɑkəˌbaʊt
WAWK-uh-bowt
wˈɔːkɐbˌaʊt
WAWK-uh-bowt

Definition

A 'walkabout' is an informal walk or journey, often used to describe when a politician or celebrity walks among people to meet them. It also refers to a traditional Aboriginal Australian practice of traveling on foot for spiritual and cultural reasons.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈwɑkəˌbaʊt

British English

wˈɔːkɐbˌaʊt

Simplified Pronunciation

US

WAWK-uh-bowt

UK

WAWK-uh-bowt

Listen in Context

The prime minister went on a walkabout to meet local people.

During his walkabout, he listened to people's concerns.

The leader enjoyed a walkabout in the city square.

My keys have gone walkabout again—I can't find them anywhere!