How to Pronounce "balkans"
word
ˈbɔɫkənz
BAWL-kunz
ˈbɔːlkənz
BAWL-kunz
Definition
The Balkans is a geographical and cultural region in southeastern Europe, including countries like Greece, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɔɫkənz
British English
ˈbɔːlkənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAWL-kunz
UK
BAWL-kunz
Listen in Context
The Balkans are in southeastern Europe.
Many countries are part of the Balkans.
She traveled across the Balkans last summer.
The history of the Balkans is full of complex events and cultures.