How to Pronounce "boilermakers"
word
BOY-ler-MAY-kerz
BOY-luh-MAY-kuz
Definition
A boilermaker is a skilled worker who builds, installs, and repairs boilers, tanks, and large metal containers. In some English-speaking countries, 'boilermaker' is also a name for a type of alcoholic drink (a shot of whiskey and a beer), but the main meaning is the trade profession.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɔɪɫɝˌmeɪkɝ
British English
bˈɔɪləmˌeɪkəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOY-ler-MAY-kerz
UK
BOY-luh-MAY-kuz
Listen in Context
Many boilermakers work in shipyards building large metal tanks.
The factory hired three new boilermakers last month.
Boilermakers need to know how to weld and read blueprints.
My uncles are both boilermakers, and they travel all over the country for work.