How to Pronounce "roundhouse"
word
ˈɹaʊndˌhaʊs
ROWN-howss
ɹˈaʊndhaʊs
ROWNDD-howss
Definition
A roundhouse is a building, usually circular, used for servicing trains, or a powerful, swinging punch or kick in martial arts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaʊndˌhaʊs
British English
ɹˈaʊndhaʊs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROWN-howss
UK
ROWNDD-howss
Listen in Context
The old train roundhouse is now a museum.
He threw a powerful roundhouse in the match.
A roundhouse has a big turntable for engines.
Did you see that amazing roundhouse kick in the movie last night?