How to Pronounce "haberdasher"
word
ˈhæb.ɜː(ɹ)ˌdæʃ.ə(ɹ)
HAB-er-DASH-er
hˈæbədˌæʃɐ
HAB-uh-DASH-uh
Definition
A haberdasher is a person or shop that sells small sewing items like buttons, thread, or zippers. In older British English, it can also mean a seller of men’s clothing and accessories.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæb.ɜː(ɹ)ˌdæʃ.ə(ɹ)
British English
hˈæbədˌæʃɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAB-er-DASH-er
UK
HAB-uh-DASH-uh
Listen in Context
The haberdasher sells buttons and thread.
My grandmother often visits the haberdasher for sewing supplies.
A haberdasher can help you find the right zipper for your dress.
After work, I stopped by the haberdasher to pick up some colorful ribbons.