How to pronounce seignior
Say it like SEE-nyer. Seignior has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE).
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- SEE
- nyer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Seignior pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nyerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of seignior
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAY-nyuh.
What does seignior mean?
- A title of respect, formerly corresponding (especially in France) approximately to Sir.
Where does seignior come from?
From Middle English senyour, from Old French seignor, seignior, from Latin senior, seniōrem.
Words that rhyme with seignior
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Words that sound like seignior
Questions about saying seignior
How do you pronounce seignior?
Say SEE-nyer. The American pronunciation is /ˈsinjɚ/. In British English it is /ˈseɪnjə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in seignior?
Seignior has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE). Broken into parts: SEE · nyer.
Is seignior pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈseɪnjə/ (SAY-nyuh).
What words sound the same as seignior?
Seignior sounds the same as senior, sr in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.