How to Pronounce "envoys"
word
ˈɑnvɔɪz/, /ˈɛnvɔɪz
AHN-voyz or EN-voyz
ˈɛnvɔɪz
EN-voyz
Definition
Envoys are people sent by a government, leader, or organization to communicate or negotiate with others, usually for diplomatic or official purposes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑnvɔɪz/, /ˈɛnvɔɪz
British English
ˈɛnvɔɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHN-voyz or EN-voyz
UK
EN-voyz
Listen in Context
The president sent two envoys to negotiate peace.
The United Nations appointed envoys to help the refugees.
Several envoys visited the new embassy.
Some envoys stayed in the capital for weeks waiting for a meeting.