How to Pronounce "pompadour"
word
ˈpɑmpədɔɹ
PAHM-puh-dor
pˈɒmpɐdˌɔː
POM-puh-DAWR
Definition
A pompadour is a hairstyle where the hair is swept upwards and back off the forehead, often as a high wave or roll. Both men and women can have a pompadour.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑmpədɔɹ
British English
pˈɒmpɐdˌɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAHM-puh-dor
UK
POM-puh-DAWR
Listen in Context
He styled his hair into a pompadour.
The pompadour was very popular in the 1950s.
She chose a classic pompadour for the party.
I'm thinking of getting a pompadour like Elvis.