How to Pronounce "sylvester"
word
/sɪɫˈvɛstɝ/
sil-VES-ter
/sɪlˈvɛstə/
sil-VES-tuh
Definition
'Sylvester' usually refers to New Year's Eve celebrations in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It is also used as a male first name, especially in English-speaking countries.
IPA Transcription
American English
/sɪɫˈvɛstɝ/
British English
/sɪlˈvɛstə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sil-VES-ter
UK
sil-VES-tuh
Listen in Context
In Germany, people celebrate New Year's Eve as Sylvester.
My friend's name is Sylvester.
Sylvester the Cat is a famous cartoon character.
We're planning a big party for Sylvester this year.