How to Pronounce "bower"
word
ˈbaʊɝ
BOW-er
baʊ.əɹ
BOW-uh
Definition
A pleasant, shady place in a garden, often made with climbing plants, or a leafy shelter. Also, a decorated structure built by some birds to attract a mate.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbaʊɝ
British English
baʊ.əɹ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOW-er
UK
BOW-uh
Listen in Context
We sat in the bower and enjoyed the quiet afternoon.
The roses covered the garden bower.
The bird built a bower to attract a mate.
Alice slipped into the cool bower to escape the summer sun.