How to Pronounce "banjos"
word
ˈbænˌdʒoʊ
BAN-johz
bˈændʒəʊz
BAN-johz
Definition
Banjos are stringed musical instruments with a round body and a long neck, usually played by plucking or strumming. They are especially popular in country, folk, and bluegrass music.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbænˌdʒoʊ
British English
bˈændʒəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAN-johz
UK
BAN-johz
Listen in Context
There are three banjos on the stage.
My uncle collects old banjos.
The music store sells many different banjos.
You don’t see banjos much in rock bands, do you?