How to Pronounce "harbormaster"
word
ˈhɑːrbɚˌmæstɚ
HAR-ber-mas-ter
ˈhɑːbəmɑːstə
HAR-buh-mah-stuh
Definition
A harbormaster is the person in charge of a harbor. Their job is to oversee and manage the arrival, departure, and safety of ships and boats.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑːrbɚˌmæstɚ
British English
ˈhɑːbəmɑːstə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAR-ber-mas-ter
UK
HAR-buh-mah-stuh
Listen in Context
The harbormaster greeted the new ship at the dock.
You must register your boat with the harbormaster.
The harbormaster is responsible for port safety.
Ask the harbormaster if you need help finding a spot to dock.