How to Pronounce "halyards"
word
ˈhæljɚdz
HAL-yerdz
hˈæljɑːdz
HAL-yahdz
Definition
A halyard is a rope or line used on a boat or ship to raise or lower a sail, flag, or yard.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæljɚdz
British English
hˈæljɑːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAL-yerdz
UK
HAL-yahdz
Listen in Context
The sailors pulled the halyards to raise the flag.
The sails are attached to the halyards.
Always check the halyards before leaving the dock.
If the halyards get tangled, it’s hard to set the sails quickly.