How to Pronounce "presbyterians"
word
ˌpɹɛsbɪˈtɪɹiənz/, /ˌpɹɛzbɪˈtɪɹiənz
prez-bi-TEER-ee-anz
pɹɪsbaɪtˈiəɹɪən
priz-by-TEE-ree-uhnz
Definition
Presbyterians are members of a Christian Protestant church governed by elders, known for their distinct beliefs and traditions based on the teachings of John Calvin.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɹɛsbɪˈtɪɹiənz/, /ˌpɹɛzbɪˈtɪɹiənz
British English
pɹɪsbaɪtˈiəɹɪən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
prez-bi-TEER-ee-anz
UK
priz-by-TEE-ree-uhnz
Listen in Context
The Presbyterians held a service on Sunday morning.
Many Presbyterians celebrate Christmas with special traditions.
Some Presbyterians volunteer at food banks in their community.
My neighbors are Presbyterians, and they invited me to their church picnic.