How to Pronounce "rockaway"
word
ˈɹɑkəˌweɪ
RAH-kuh-way
ɹˈɒkəwˌeɪ
ROK-uh-way
Definition
A 'rockaway' is a type of light, covered horse-drawn carriage that was popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɑkəˌweɪ
British English
ɹˈɒkəwˌeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAH-kuh-way
UK
ROK-uh-way
Listen in Context
A rockaway was used to travel around town in the 1800s.
The wealthy family owned a rockaway.
He painted a picture of an old rockaway.
People used to rent a rockaway for special occasions like weddings.