How to pronounce airbag
Say it like AIR-bag. Airbag has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AIR).
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US American/ˈɛrˌbæɡ/AIR-bag
UK British/ˈɛəˌbæɡ/AIR-bag
- AIR
- bag
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Airbag pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- bagGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of airbag
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AIR-bag.
What does airbag mean?
noun
- A protective system in automobiles in which when a crash occurs, a bag containing nitrogen, formed by the explosive decomposition of sodium azide, quickly inflates in front of the driver or passenger, preventing injury to the head. Side air bags, including the back seat passengers, also prevent inju
- A similar inflated bag used in performing stunts, or for lifting objects in firefighting, etc.
- A person who talks too much; a windbag or gossip.
Where does airbag come from?
From air + bag.
Questions about saying airbag
How do you pronounce airbag?
Say AIR-bag. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛrˌbæɡ/. In British English it is /ˈɛəˌbæɡ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in airbag?
Airbag has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AIR). Broken into parts: AIR · bag.
Is airbag pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɛəˌbæɡ/ (AIR-bag).