How to Pronounce "baobab"
word
ˈbaʊbæb
BOW-bab
bˈeɪəbˌæb
BAY-uh-bab
Definition
A baobab is a large African tree known for its thick trunk and ability to store water. Its fruit and leaves are used for food and medicine in some cultures.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbaʊbæb
British English
bˈeɪəbˌæb
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOW-bab
UK
BAY-uh-bab
Listen in Context
The baobab is sometimes called the 'tree of life'.
A baobab can live for thousands of years.
People eat the fruit of the baobab.
When I visited Senegal, I saw huge baobabs along the road.