How to Pronounce "pastoral"
word
PAS-ter-uhl
PAH-stuh-ruhl
Definition
Relating to the countryside and rural life, often peaceful and simple; can also mean connected to the work of a pastor or religious leader.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpæstɝəɫ
British English
pˈɑːstəɹəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAS-ter-uhl
UK
PAH-stuh-ruhl
Listen in Context
The artist painted a pastoral scene of green fields and cows.
He gave a pastoral message to his church.
She enjoys the pastoral beauty of her village.
There's something so calming about pastoral landscapes.