How to Pronounce "bouncer"
word
/ˈbaʊnsɝ/
BOWN-ser
/bˈaʊnsɐ/
BOWN-suh
Definition
A bouncer is a person, usually a security guard, who stands at the entrance of a nightclub, bar, or event to check identification and maintain safety by removing troublemakers.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbaʊnsɝ/
British English
/bˈaʊnsɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOWN-ser
UK
BOWN-suh
Listen in Context
The bouncer checked my ID at the club door.
A bouncer stopped the fight and asked the men to leave.
She works as a bouncer at a popular bar.
The line moved fast with the bouncer checking everyone's IDs.