How to pronounce blazonry
Say it like BLAY-zun-ree. Blazonry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLAY).
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- BLAY
- zun
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Blazonry pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of blazonry
American and British speakers say blazonry in essentially the same way: /ˈbleɪzənri/ in the US and /ˈbleɪzənri/ in the UK.
British respelling: BLAY-zun-ree.
What does blazonry mean?
- A coat of arms; an armorial bearing or bearings.
- The specialized language used in blazoning arms.
- An artistic representation or display.
Where does blazonry come from?
From blazon + -ry.
Questions about saying blazonry
How do you pronounce blazonry?
Say BLAY-zun-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈbleɪzənri/. In British English it is /ˈbleɪzənri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in blazonry?
Blazonry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLAY). Broken into parts: BLAY · zun · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say blazonry the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbleɪzənri/ and the British form is /ˈbleɪzənri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.