How to Pronounce "barred"
word
/ˈbɑɹd/
BARD
/bˈɑːd/
BAHD
Definition
Stopped from entering, joining, or doing something; not allowed. It can also describe something with bars, like a window or door with metal rods.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɑɹd/
British English
/bˈɑːd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BARD
UK
BAHD
Listen in Context
He was barred from the club for breaking the rules.
Children are barred from entering this building.
The window is barred for safety.
After the scandal, he was barred from practicing law.