How to Pronounce "handgun"
word
/ˈhændˌɡən/
HAND-gun
/hˈændɡʌn/
HAND-gun
Definition
A handgun is a small gun designed to be held and used with one hand, such as a pistol or revolver.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhændˌɡən/
British English
/hˈændɡʌn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAND-gun
UK
HAND-gun
Listen in Context
The police officer carried a handgun in his belt.
He bought a handgun for self-defense.
A handgun is smaller than a rifle.
He pulled out a handgun when he heard the noise downstairs.