How to Pronounce "rhubarb"
word
ˈɹuˌbɑɹb
ROO-barb
ɹˈuːbɑːb
ROO-bahb
Definition
A plant with thick, reddish stems that are eaten as food, usually cooked and sweetened for use in desserts. The leaves are toxic and not eaten.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹuˌbɑɹb
British English
ɹˈuːbɑːb
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROO-barb
UK
ROO-bahb
Listen in Context
My grandmother makes rhubarb pie in the spring.
You should not eat rhubarb leaves.
The rhubarb plant grows well in cool weather.
Have you ever tried rhubarb jam? It's both tart and sweet.