Como Pronunciar "bailies"

word

ˈbeɪɫi

BAY-lee

bˈeɪli

BAY-lee

Definição

'Bailies' are officials in Scottish towns who historically served as local magistrates or council members, similar to aldermen. The term is mainly used in Scotland and is now mostly historical or ceremonial.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈbeɪɫi

Inglês Britânico

bˈeɪli

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

BAY-lee

Ouça em Contexto

Historically, bailies made important decisions for Scottish towns.

Nowadays, most cities don't have bailies anymore.

The role of bailies has mostly become ceremonial.

Growing up in Edinburgh, I only heard about bailies during special events.