English pronunciation · Words Starting with H
Hazard Pronunciation
Hazard is pronounced HA-zerd, IPA /ˈhæzɝd/.
HA-zerd
US /ˈhæzɝd/ · UK /ˈhæzəd/
Syllables: HA · zerd (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun and verb: Something that could cause harm.
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Hazard in a Sentence
- Loose cables are a trip hazard.
- The map marks every hazard on the route.
- Smoking here is a fire hazard.
Common Mispronunciations of Hazard
Not ha-ZAHRD
HA leads, and the -ard ending slips to a weak erd.
Not HAY-zerd
The opening a is short, as in has.
Tip: Hazardous keeps the weight on the same beat: HA-zer-duhs.
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