How to pronounce dignitary
Say it like DIG-nuh-ter-ee. Dignitary has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DIG).
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- DIG
- nuh
- ter
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dignitary pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DIGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- terGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of dignitary
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: DIG-nih-tree.
What does dignitary mean?
- An important or influential person, or one of high rank or position.
- Relating to dignity.
Where does dignitary come from?
Borrowed from French dignitaire.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying dignitary
How do you pronounce dignitary?
Say DIG-nuh-ter-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɪɡnəˌtɛri/. In British English it is /ˈdɪɡnɪtri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dignitary?
Dignitary has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DIG). Broken into parts: DIG · nuh · ter · ee.
Is dignitary pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈdɪɡnɪtri/ (DIG-nih-tree).