To pronounce "bah", say BAH — one syllable, IPA /bæ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"bah" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with guffaw and draw, if that helps it stick.
interjection
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"Bah" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "bah" is /bæ/.
Bah: (sometimes humorous) Expressing contempt, disgust, or bad temper.
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