How to Pronounce "warden"
word
/ˈwɔɹdən/
WOR-duhn
/wˈɔːdən/
WAW-duhn
Definition
A warden is a person in charge of a particular place, group, or area of responsibility, especially a prison. The word can also be used for officials who supervise places like parks, schools, or dormitories.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈwɔɹdən/
British English
/wˈɔːdən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WOR-duhn
UK
WAW-duhn
Listen in Context
The warden spoke to the prisoners this morning.
A park warden checked our camping permit.
She works as a dorm warden at the university.
The warden isn't just a guard — he runs the whole prison.