How to Pronounce "halfback"
word
ˈhæfˌbæk
HAF-bak
hˈɑːfbæk
HAAF-bak
Definition
A player position in American football and rugby. In American football, a halfback is usually an offensive player who runs with the ball; in rugby, it refers to certain central field positions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæfˌbæk
British English
hˈɑːfbæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAF-bak
UK
HAAF-bak
Listen in Context
The halfback scored a touchdown.
My brother plays as a halfback on his team.
The coach talked to the halfback during practice.
Our halfback is really fast and dodges tackles easily.