How to Pronounce "councilman"
word
/ˈkaʊnsəɫmən/
KOWN-suhl-muhn
/ˈkaʊnsəlmən/
KOWN-suhl-muhn
Definition
A councilman is a male member of a city or town council, who helps make decisions and laws for that local government.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkaʊnsəɫmən/
British English
/ˈkaʊnsəlmən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOWN-suhl-muhn
UK
KOWN-suhl-muhn
Listen in Context
The councilman attends weekly meetings at city hall.
People voted for a new councilman last year.
The councilman helps make important decisions for the community.
If you have a problem with city services, talk to your councilman.