How to Pronounce "eastbound"
word
ˈistˌbaʊnd
EEST-bownd
ˈiːstbaʊnd
EEST-bownd
Definition
Moving or heading toward the east. Commonly used to describe vehicles, roads, or travel routes that go in the direction of east.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈistˌbaʊnd
British English
ˈiːstbaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EEST-bownd
UK
EEST-bownd
Listen in Context
The eastbound bus leaves at 7 AM.
There is a lot of eastbound traffic in the morning.
We took the eastbound train to the city.
The eastbound highway was completely blocked after the accident.