How to Pronounce "southwester"
word
ˌsaʊθˈwɛstər
south-WES-ter
ˌsaʊθˈwɛstə
south-WES-tuh
Definition
A southwester is a wind coming from the southwest. It can also refer to a waterproof hat with a broad brim, often worn by fishermen to protect against rain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌsaʊθˈwɛstər
British English
ˌsaʊθˈwɛstə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
south-WES-ter
UK
south-WES-tuh
Listen in Context
The southwester brought heavy rain to the coast.
The fisherman wore his yellow southwester.
A strong southwester is expected tomorrow.
Make sure to wear your southwester; it's going to pour later.