How to pronounce sauvignon
Say it like saw-VIN-yon. Sauvignon has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VIN).
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US American/ˌsɔˈvɪnjɑn/saw-VIN-yon
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- saw
- VIN
- yon
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sauvignon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- sawGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- VINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- yonKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
What does sauvignon mean?
noun
- Any of several grape varieties and associated wines originally from France
Where does sauvignon come from?
From French sauvignon.
Questions about saying sauvignon
How do you pronounce sauvignon?
Say saw-VIN-yon. The American pronunciation is /ˌsɔˈvɪnjɑn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sauvignon?
Sauvignon has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VIN). Broken into parts: saw · VIN · yon.