How to pronounce consistory
Say it like kun-SIS-tuh-ree. Consistory has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIS).
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- kun
- SIS
- tuh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Consistory pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tuhKeep 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 consistory
American and British speakers say consistory in essentially the same way: /kənˈsɪstəri/ in the US and /kənˈsɪstəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: kun-SIS-tuh-ree.
What does consistory mean?
- A solemn assembly or council.
- The spiritual court of a diocesan bishop held before his chancellor or commissioner in his cathedral church or elsewhere.
- An assembly of prelates; a session of the College of Cardinals at Rome.
Where does consistory come from?
Inherited from Middle English consistorie, from Old Northern French consistorie (“secular tribunal”) (Old French consistoire), and Late Latin consistorium (“waiting room, meeting place of the imperial council”).
Words that rhyme with consistory
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of consistory.
Questions about saying consistory
How do you pronounce consistory?
Say kun-SIS-tuh-ree. The American pronunciation is /kənˈsɪstəri/. In British English it is /kənˈsɪstəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in consistory?
Consistory has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIS). Broken into parts: kun · SIS · tuh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say consistory the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kənˈsɪstəri/ and the British form is /kənˈsɪstəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.