How to Pronounce "patriot"
word
/ˈpeɪtɹiət/
PAY-tree-uht
/pˈætɹɪət/
PA-tree-uht
Definition
A patriot is someone who loves and supports their country, and is willing to defend it if necessary.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpeɪtɹiət/
British English
/pˈætɹɪət/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY-tree-uht
UK
PA-tree-uht
Listen in Context
He is a patriot who loves his country.
Many patriots fought for independence.
A patriot stands up for their country.
They called her a patriot because she always put her community first.