How to Pronounce "samurai"
word
/ˈsæmɝˌaɪ/
SAM-uh-ry
/sˈæmjʊɹˌaɪ/
SAM-yuu-ry
Definition
A samurai was a member of the powerful military class in ancient and medieval Japan, known for their skills in combat and strict code of honor.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsæmɝˌaɪ/
British English
/sˈæmjʊɹˌaɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAM-uh-ry
UK
SAM-yuu-ry
Listen in Context
The samurai were skilled sword fighters in Japan.
A samurai always followed a code of honor.
Many movies show the life of a samurai.
He dressed as a samurai for the festival last year.