How to Pronounce "seraglio"
word
səˈɹæljoʊ
suh-RAL-yoh
səɹˈæɡlɪˌəʊ
suh-RAG-lee-oh
Definition
A seraglio is a large palace or the women’s living quarters in a Muslim noble's or Ottoman ruler's palace, especially the harem, in historical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈɹæljoʊ
British English
səɹˈæɡlɪˌəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-RAL-yoh
UK
suh-RAG-lee-oh
Listen in Context
The sultan built a beautiful seraglio for his wives.
The women of the seraglio rarely left its walls.
The tour guide showed us the ancient seraglio in Istanbul.
In old stories, life in the seraglio is often full of secrets and intrigue.