How to Pronounce "saxon"
word
SAK-suhn
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
US
SAK-suhn
UK
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.