How to Pronounce "ceremonious"
word
ˌsɛrəˈmoʊniəs
ser-uh-MOH-nee-uhs
sˌɛɹɪmˈəʊnɪəs
ser-ih-MOH-nee-uhs
Definition
If someone or something is ceremonious, they are very formal and follow traditional rules or customs, often in a grand or impressive way. It can sometimes mean they are stiff or overly formal.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌsɛrəˈmoʊniəs
British English
sˌɛɹɪmˈəʊnɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ser-uh-MOH-nee-uhs
UK
ser-ih-MOH-nee-uhs
Listen in Context
The king gave a ceremonious speech.
They had a ceremonious wedding ceremony.
His greeting was very ceremonious.
He’s always so ceremonious when meeting new people, it feels a bit awkward.