How to Pronounce "consorts"
word
kuhn-SORT
KON-sawts
Definition
'Consorts' is the plural of 'consort.' It refers to the spouses of kings or queens, or, less formally, people who regularly spend time with someone, often with a negative or formal tone.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈsɔɹt
British English
ˈkɒnˌsɔːts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-SORT
UK
KON-sawts
Listen in Context
The king and queen's consorts attended the event.
Royal consorts have played important roles in history.
Some consorts were more famous than the rulers themselves.
He was often seen with questionable consorts around town.