How to Pronounce "tailback"
word
ˈteɪlˌbæk
TAYL-bak
tˈeɪlbæk
TAYL-bak
Definition
A tailback is a long line of vehicles moving slowly or stopped, usually because of traffic congestion, and also the name of a position in American football (a running back).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪlˌbæk
British English
tˈeɪlbæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYL-bak
UK
TAYL-bak
Listen in Context
There was a long tailback on the highway this morning.
The accident caused a huge tailback during rush hour.
He played as a tailback on his college football team.
Sorry I'm late, there was a massive tailback near the city center.