How to Pronounce "confessor"
word
kənˈfɛsə
kuhn-FESS-er
kənfˈɛsɐ
kuhn-FESS-uh
Definition
A confessor is a priest who hears confessions in some Christian churches. More generally, it can also mean someone whom you confide in or tell secrets to.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈfɛsə
British English
kənfˈɛsɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-FESS-er
UK
kuhn-FESS-uh
Listen in Context
The confessor waited quietly in the church.
She spoke to her confessor about her worries.
He became my trusted confessor over the years.
Many people find comfort opening up to their confessor when they feel lost.