How to Pronounce "boilermaker"
word
ˈbɔɪɫɝˌmeɪkɝ
BOY-ler-MAY-ker
bˈɔɪləmˌeɪkɐ
BOY-luh-MAY-kuh
Definition
A boilermaker is a person whose job is to build or repair boilers and large metal containers. In the US, it also means an alcoholic drink made by serving a shot of whiskey with a glass of beer.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɔɪɫɝˌmeɪkɝ
British English
bˈɔɪləmˌeɪkɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOY-ler-MAY-ker
UK
BOY-luh-MAY-kuh
Listen in Context
The boilermaker repaired the broken tank at the factory.
He works as a boilermaker in a shipyard.
A boilermaker can be a drink of whiskey and beer.
After a long shift, the workers ordered a round of boilermakers at the bar.