How to Pronounce "normans"
word
ˈnɔɹmən
NOR-muhn
ˈnɔːmənz
NAW-muhnz
Definition
The Normans were people originally from Normandy in northern France who became famous for conquering England in 1066 and for influencing European history in the Middle Ages.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɔɹmən
British English
ˈnɔːmənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NOR-muhn
UK
NAW-muhnz
Listen in Context
The Normans invaded England in 1066.
The Normans built many castles in England.
The Normans changed English culture.
Did you know the Normans introduced French words into English?