How to Pronounce "dam"
word
/ˈdæm/
dam
/dˈæm/
dam
Definition
A dam is a structure built across a river or stream to hold back water, usually to create a reservoir, control flooding, or generate electricity.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdæm/
British English
/dˈæm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dam
UK
dam
Listen in Context
The dam holds back the river water.
They built a new dam last year.
The village is near the dam.
Tourists love visiting the old dam during the summer.