How to Pronounce "guardian"
word
/ˈɡɑɹdiən/
GARD-ee-uhn
/ɡˈɑːdiən/
GARD-ee-uhn
Definition
A guardian is a person who protects someone or something, especially a child whose parents cannot care for them. The word can also mean someone who watches over a place, tradition, or important idea.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡɑɹdiən/
British English
/ɡˈɑːdiən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GARD-ee-uhn
UK
GARD-ee-uhn
Listen in Context
Her aunt is her guardian now.
The dog acts like a guardian of the house.
Every child needs a guardian who cares for them.
After the accident, his older sister became his legal guardian.