How to Pronounce "balladeer"
word
ˌbæləˈdɪr
bal-uh-DEER
bˌælɐdˈiə
bal-uh-DEE-uh
Definition
A balladeer is a singer or musician who performs ballads—songs that tell stories or express emotions. It often refers to someone known for gentle or emotional storytelling through music.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌbæləˈdɪr
British English
bˌælɐdˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bal-uh-DEER
UK
bal-uh-DEE-uh
Listen in Context
The balladeer sang a sad song about lost love.
A balladeer often tells stories through music.
The town invited a famous balladeer to perform at the festival.
You can tell he's a true balladeer the way he pours his heart into every performance.