How to Pronounce "bailey"
word
/ˈbeɪɫi/
BAY-lee
/bˈeɪli/
BAY-lee
Definition
A bailey is the open area inside the outer wall of a castle. It can also be a family name, usually written with a capital letter: Bailey.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbeɪɫi/
British English
/bˈeɪli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAY-lee
UK
BAY-lee
Listen in Context
The guide explained that the market used to be held in the bailey.
The soldiers waited in the bailey of the castle.
We walked through the bailey during the tour.
Ms. Bailey is my new teacher.