How to Pronounce "redcoats"
word
ˈɹɛdˌkoʊts
RED-kohts
ɹˈɛdkəʊts
RED-kohts
Definition
'Redcoats' was a nickname for British soldiers during the 18th and early 19th centuries, especially around the American Revolutionary War, because of their bright red uniforms.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛdˌkoʊts
British English
ɹˈɛdkəʊts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RED-kohts
UK
RED-kohts
Listen in Context
The redcoats marched down the road.
Many battles were fought against the redcoats.
The American soldiers saw the redcoats coming.
People knew the redcoats were near because of their bright uniforms.