How to Pronounce "paragon"
word
ˈpɛɹəˌɡɑn
PAIR-uh-gahn
pˈæɹəɡən
PARR-uh-guhn
Definition
A paragon is a person or thing that is a perfect example of a quality or is the best of its kind.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛɹəˌɡɑn
British English
pˈæɹəɡən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-uh-gahn
UK
PARR-uh-guhn
Listen in Context
She is a paragon of kindness.
This athlete is a paragon of fitness.
The teacher was a paragon of patience.
He's considered a paragon of honesty in the company.