How to Pronounce "harbor"
word
/ˈhɑɹbɝ/
HAR-bur
/hˈɑːbɐ/
HAH-buh
Definition
A harbor is a place on the coast where ships can stay safely. As a verb, it can also mean to keep a feeling, thought, or person hidden or protected.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhɑɹbɝ/
British English
/hˈɑːbɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAR-bur
UK
HAH-buh
Listen in Context
The boat is in the harbor now.
This harbor is safe in a storm.
She still harbors anger about the fight.
We walked around the harbor after dinner and watched the lights on the water.