How to Pronounce "coward"
word
/ˈkaʊɝd/
KOW-urd
/kˈaʊəd/
KOW-uhd
Definition
A coward is a person who is not brave and is too afraid to face danger, difficulty, or pain. It is usually a negative word used to criticize someone’s lack of courage.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkaʊɝd/
British English
/kˈaʊəd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOW-urd
UK
KOW-uhd
Listen in Context
He was called a coward for running away.
Don't be a coward. Tell the truth.
The story says the king was no coward.
He talks tough online, but in person he's a coward.