How to pronounce grognard
Say it like GRAW-nyar. Grognard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAW).
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US American/ˈɡrɔnjɑr/GRAW-nyar
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- GRAW
- nyar
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Grognard pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- nyarKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
What does grognard mean?
noun
- An old soldier.
- Someone who enjoys playing older war games or roleplaying games, or older versions of such games, when newer ones are available, and often complains frequently about newer games.“James is such a grognard: he only plays the original edition of Dungeons & Dragons.”
- A soldier or military enthusiast who pays meticulous attention to rules, details, and traditions, often respected for their expertise in areas that others might overlook.
Where does grognard come from?
Borrowed from French grognard (“grumbler”).
Questions about saying grognard
How do you pronounce grognard?
Say GRAW-nyar. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡrɔnjɑr/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in grognard?
Grognard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAW). Broken into parts: GRAW · nyar.