How to Pronounce "saxon"

word

SAK-suhn

Definition

A member of the Germanic people who settled in Britain in the 5th-6th centuries. Also refers to things related to their culture, language, or the Saxony region of Germany.

Simplified Pronunciation

SAK-suhn

Listen in Context

The Saxons invaded Britain after the fall of Rome.

Anglo-Saxon culture shaped the English language.

Many Saxon artifacts have been found in southern England.

The Saxon kings ruled various kingdoms across England before the country was unified.