How to Pronounce "salutatorian"
word
suh-LOO-tuh-TOR-ee-uhn
suh-LOO-tuh-TAW-ree-uhn
Definition
A salutatorian is the student with the second highest academic ranking in their graduating class, often giving the opening or welcoming speech at graduation in the U.S.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˌɫutəˈtɔɹiən
British English
səˌl(j)uːtəˈtɔːriən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-LOO-tuh-TOR-ee-uhn
UK
suh-LOO-tuh-TAW-ree-uhn
Listen in Context
The salutatorian gave a speech at the graduation ceremony.
Anna worked hard to become the salutatorian of her class.
The salutatorian had the second best grades in school.
Everyone applauded when the salutatorian welcomed the graduates and families.