How to Pronounce "cavaliere"
word
kɑvɑˈɫɪɹi
kah-vah-LEER-ee
ˌkævəlɪˈɛə
KAV-uh-li-AIR
Definition
A 'cavaliere' is a man who rides a horse, especially a knight, or a gentleman who acts with honor and courtesy. In modern use, it can also refer to a polite escort or a person granted an honorary title.
IPA Transcription
American English
kɑvɑˈɫɪɹi
British English
ˌkævəlɪˈɛə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kah-vah-LEER-ee
UK
KAV-uh-li-AIR
Listen in Context
The cavaliere rode into town on a white horse.
The king made him a cavaliere for his bravery.
He acted as her cavaliere at the party.
Being a cavaliere meant following a strict code of honor.