How to pronounce brigadier
Say it like brig-uh-DEER. Brigadier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DEER).
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- brig
- uh
- DEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Brigadier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- brigGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of brigadier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: brig-uh-DEER.
What does brigadier mean?
- An army rank; an officer commanding a brigade.
- A field officer of the highest grade, below general officers, NATO grade OF-7.
Where does brigadier come from?
Borrowed from French brigadier.
Words that rhyme with brigadier
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of brigadier.
Questions about saying brigadier
How do you pronounce brigadier?
Say brig-uh-DEER. The American pronunciation is /ˌbrɪɡəˈdɪr/. In British English it is /ˌbrɪɡəˈdɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in brigadier?
Brigadier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DEER). Broken into parts: brig · uh · DEER.
Is brigadier 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 /ˌbrɪɡəˈdɪə/ (brig-uh-DEER).