How to Pronounce "auctioneer"
word
ˌɑkʃəˈnɪɹ
awk-shuh-NEER
ˈɔːkʃənˈiə
AWK-shun-EER
Definition
An auctioneer is the person who leads and manages an auction by announcing items for sale, calling out bids, and deciding when each item is sold.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɑkʃəˈnɪɹ
British English
ˈɔːkʃənˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
awk-shuh-NEER
UK
AWK-shun-EER
Listen in Context
The auctioneer started the bidding at $100.
The auctioneer raised his hand to signal a new bid.
After the final bid, the auctioneer said 'Sold!'
The auctioneer was so energetic, everyone was excited to bid.