How to Pronounce "warlords"
word
ˈwɔɹˌɫɔɹdz
WAR-lordz
wˈɔːlɔːdz
WAW-lawdzz
Definition
Powerful military leaders who control a region or group, often using force and acting independently of the official government.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɔɹˌɫɔɹdz
British English
wˈɔːlɔːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAR-lordz
UK
WAW-lawdzz
Listen in Context
The warlords fought for control of the city.
During the civil war, several warlords controlled different areas.
The movie shows how warlords rise to power.
After the government collapsed, warlords took over large parts of the countryside.