How to Pronounce "monasteries"
word
ˈmɑnəˌstɛɹiz
MAH-nuh-stair-eez
mˈɒnɑːstəɹiz
MON-ah-stuh-reez
Definition
Monasteries are places where monks or nuns live together to dedicate their lives to religion and spiritual practice.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɑnəˌstɛɹiz
British English
mˈɒnɑːstəɹiz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAH-nuh-stair-eez
UK
MON-ah-stuh-reez
Listen in Context
Many monasteries were built in the mountains.
Buddhist monasteries are common in some countries.
The tourists visited three ancient monasteries during their tour.
Some monasteries are still active today, with monks following ancient traditions.