How to Pronounce "lifeguard"
word
/ˈɫaɪfˌɡɑɹd/
LYFE-gard
/lˈaɪfɡɑːd/
LYFE-gahd
Definition
A lifeguard is a person whose job is to watch over swimmers and help anyone who is in danger in the water, usually at a beach or swimming pool.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫaɪfˌɡɑɹd/
British English
/lˈaɪfɡɑːd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYFE-gard
UK
LYFE-gahd
Listen in Context
The lifeguard watches the swimmers at the pool.
If you need help, call the lifeguard.
The lifeguard blew his whistle.
The beach was crowded, but there was always a lifeguard nearby.