American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'backyard' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "backyard" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "backyard"

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Simple pronunciation
baak-yahrd
IPA transcription
/ˈbækˈjɑɹd̚/
Word frequency
8,154th

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What does "backyard" mean?

  1. The area directly behind a house, often covered with grass or it can be a paved area where people can sit and relax.

Examples of "backyard" in a sentence

  • We enjoy having barbecues in the backyard.
  • His soccer ball landed in the neighbor's backyard.
  • There's a beautiful garden in the backyard.

How common is "backyard"?

Backyard is the 8,154th most common word in English.

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