How to Pronounce "balalaika"
word
bæləˈlaɪkə
bal-uh-LY-kuh
bˌælɐlˈeɪkɐ
bal-uh-LAY-kuh
Definition
A balalaika is a Russian musical instrument with a triangular wooden body and three strings, played by strumming or plucking.
IPA Transcription
American English
bæləˈlaɪkə
British English
bˌælɐlˈeɪkɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bal-uh-LY-kuh
UK
bal-uh-LAY-kuh
Listen in Context
The musician is playing the balalaika on stage.
A balalaika usually has three strings.
My grandfather taught me how to play the balalaika.
I've always wanted to learn the balalaika after hearing it in a Russian folk band.