How to Pronounce "lombard"
word
ˈɫɑmbɑɹd
LAHM-bard
ˈlɒm.bɑːd
LOM-baad
Definition
'Lombard' most often refers to a native or inhabitant of Lombardy, a region in northern Italy. Historically, it can also mean a type of finance involving pawn or collateral, known as 'Lombard banking.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɑmbɑɹd
British English
ˈlɒm.bɑːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAHM-bard
UK
LOM-baad
Listen in Context
A Lombard is someone from the Lombardy region of Italy.
Medieval Lombard bankers were famous for their lending.
The bank offered a Lombard loan to the client.
When I visited Milan, I met a proud Lombard who showed me the local food.