How to Pronounce "pallbearer"
word
ˈpɔlˌbɛɹɚ
PAWL-bair-er
pˈælbeəɹɐ
PAL-bair-uh
Definition
A pallbearer is a person who helps carry or escort a coffin at a funeral.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔlˌbɛɹɚ
British English
pˈælbeəɹɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAWL-bair-er
UK
PAL-bair-uh
Listen in Context
He was chosen as a pallbearer for his grandfather's funeral.
A pallbearer helps carry the coffin during a funeral.
Each pallbearer stood by the side of the coffin.
She felt honored to serve as a pallbearer for her best friend's funeral.