How to Pronounce "sultan"
word
/ˈsəɫtən/
SUHL-tuhn
/sˈʌltən/
SUHL-tuhn
Definition
A sultan is the ruler or king of certain Muslim countries, especially in the past. The title was most famous in the Ottoman Empire.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsəɫtən/
British English
/sˈʌltən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUHL-tuhn
UK
SUHL-tuhn
Listen in Context
The sultan lived in a grand palace.
The sultan made important laws for his people.
Many stories tell about a wise sultan.
After the meal, the sultan invited everyone to listen to music in the courtyard.