How to Pronounce "wars"
word
/ˈwɔɹz/
worz
/wˈɔːz/
wawz
Definition
Wars are long, organized periods of fighting between countries, groups, or sides. The word can also be used more broadly for strong and ongoing conflict, such as a 'trade war' or a 'war on drugs'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈwɔɹz/
British English
/wˈɔːz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
worz
UK
wawz
Listen in Context
Many wars have changed history.
The book is about two wars in Europe.
People suffer a lot during wars.
My grandfather lived through two wars, and he rarely talked about them.