How to pronounce patron
Say it like PAY-trun. Patron has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAY).
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- PAY
- trun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Patron pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- trunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of patron
American and British speakers say patron in essentially the same way: /ˈpeɪtrən/ in the US and /ˈpeɪtrən/ in the UK.
British respelling: PAY-trun.
What does patron mean?
- a regular customer
- the proprietor of an inn
- someone who supports or champions something
Where does patron come from?
From Middle English patroun, patrone, from Old French patron, from Latin patrōnus, derived from pater (“father”).
Words that rhyme with patron
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of patron.
Questions about saying patron
How do you pronounce patron?
Say PAY-trun. The American pronunciation is /ˈpeɪtrən/. In British English it is /ˈpeɪtrən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in patron?
Patron has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAY). Broken into parts: PAY · trun.
Do Americans and Brits say patron the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpeɪtrən/ and the British form is /ˈpeɪtrən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.