How to Pronounce "baron"
word
/ˈbæɹən/
BAI-ruhn
/bˈæɹən/
BAI-ruhn
Definition
A baron is a man of high rank in the nobility in some European systems, below a viscount or count in many traditions. It can also be used more generally for a person who has great power or influence in a particular business or field.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbæɹən/
British English
/bˈæɹən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAI-ruhn
UK
BAI-ruhn
Listen in Context
The baron lived in a large castle on the hill.
The king gave the soldier the title of baron.
People called him a railroad baron because he owned many trains.
He acts like some kind of tech baron, but he still can't answer emails on time.