How to Pronounce "cornerback"
word
ˈkɔɹnɝˌbæk
KOR-ner-bak
kˈɔːnəbˌæk
KAW-nuh-bak
Definition
A cornerback is a defensive player in American football whose main job is to cover receivers and prevent them from catching passes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɔɹnɝˌbæk
British English
kˈɔːnəbˌæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOR-ner-bak
UK
KAW-nuh-bak
Listen in Context
The cornerback tried to stop the receiver from catching the ball.
My favorite player is the cornerback on our team.
A cornerback needs to run very fast.
He switched positions and became a cornerback last season.