How to pronounce batard
Say it like buh-TARD. Batard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TARD).
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- buh
- TARD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Batard pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- buhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TARDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of batard
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ba-TAHD.
What does batard mean?
- A loaf of bread similar in shape to a baguette, but shorter (15 to 30 cm / 6 to 12 inches in length).
Where does batard come from?
From French bâtard. Doublet of bastard.
Words that rhyme with batard
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of batard.
Questions about saying batard
How do you pronounce batard?
Say buh-TARD. The American pronunciation is /bəˈtɑrd/. In British English it is /bæˈtɑːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in batard?
Batard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TARD). Broken into parts: buh · TARD.
Is batard 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 /bæˈtɑːd/ (ba-TAHD).