How to Pronounce "barbarians"
word
/bɑɹˈbɛɹiənz/
bar-BAIR-ee-uhnz
/bɑːbˈeəɹiənz/
bah-BAIR-ee-uhnz
Definition
People considered uncivilized, wild, or very rough, especially in ancient times or when comparing different cultures. Often used to describe groups outside a certain civilization.
IPA Transcription
American English
/bɑɹˈbɛɹiənz/
British English
/bɑːbˈeəɹiənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bar-BAIR-ee-uhnz
UK
bah-BAIR-ee-uhnz
Listen in Context
The ancient Romans called their enemies barbarians.
Barbarians attacked the village at night.
The story is about a city defending itself against barbarians.
Some people use the term barbarians to insult those with different customs.