How to Pronounce "saloons"
word
səˈɫunz
suh-LOONZ
sɐlˈuːnz
suh-LOONZ
Definition
Saloons are bars, especially those found in the American Old West, where people drank and socialized. In British English, 'saloon' can also refer to a type of car (sedan) or a large room on a ship.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈɫunz
British English
sɐlˈuːnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-LOONZ
UK
suh-LOONZ
Listen in Context
Many saloons served drinks to thirsty cowboys.
Old Western movies often show gunfights in saloons.
Some British cars are called saloons.
Back in the day, saloons were the center of small town life.