How to Pronounce "panhandler"
word
ˈpænˌhændɫɝ
PAN-hand-lur
ˈpænˌhændlə
PAN-hand-luh
Definition
A panhandler is a person who asks strangers for money, usually on the street or in public places.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpænˌhændɫɝ
British English
ˈpænˌhændlə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAN-hand-lur
UK
PAN-hand-luh
Listen in Context
The panhandler asked me for some change.
A panhandler was sitting near the subway entrance.
The city has many panhandlers downtown.
Some people ignore panhandlers, while others give them money.