barber
word
/ˈbɑɹbɝ/
BAR-bur
/bˈɑːbɐ/
BAH-buh
Definition
A barber is a person, usually a man, whose job is cutting men’s hair and shaving or trimming their beards.
Usage & Nuances
A 'barber' mainly serves men and boys, unlike 'hairdresser' (general/unisex). Used in both formal and everyday speech. Common phrases: 'barber shop,' 'go to the barber.' In modern usage, some barbers offer trendy styles and beard grooming.
Spanish: barbero - peluquero (masculino)Portuguese (BR): barbeiroPortuguese (PT): barbeiroChinese (Simplified): 理发师Chinese (Traditional): 理髮師Hindi: नाईArabic: حلاقBengali: নাপিতRussian: парикмахер (мужской) - брадобрейJapanese: 理髪師Vietnamese: thợ cắt tóc nam - thợ hớt tócKorean: 이발사Turkish: berberUrdu: حجام - نائیIndonesian: tukang cukur
Example Sentences
The barber cut my hair yesterday.
basic
I am going to the barber this afternoon.
basic
The barber is very friendly.
basic
My dad always chats with his barber about football.
natural
Finding a good barber can make all the difference.
natural
The local barber shop is always busy on weekends.
natural