How to Pronounce "warlord"
word
ˈwɔɹˌɫɔɹd
WAR-lord
wˈɔːlɔːd
WAW-lawd
Definition
A warlord is a powerful leader, often controlling an area by force and with a private army, especially during times of chaos or weak government.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɔɹˌɫɔɹd
British English
wˈɔːlɔːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAR-lord
UK
WAW-lawd
Listen in Context
The warlord has many soldiers under his command.
A warlord took control of the city during the war.
The warlord wanted more land for his people.
For years, rival warlords fought for control of the region.