How to Pronounce "behind bars"
expression
bɪˈhaɪnd/ /ˈbɑɹz
bi-HYND BARZ
bɪhˈaɪnd/ /bˈɑːz
bi-HYND BAHZ
Definition
This expression means to be in prison or jail. It refers to someone who is locked up as punishment for a crime.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈhaɪnd/ /ˈbɑɹz
British English
bɪhˈaɪnd/ /bˈɑːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bi-HYND BARZ
UK
bi-HYND BAHZ
Listen in Context
The thief is now behind bars.
She spent ten years behind bars.
He hopes never to end up behind bars.
After the trial, they finally put him behind bars.