How to Pronounce "benjamin"
word
/ˈbɛndʒəmən/
BEN-juh-muhn
/bˈɛndʒəmɪn/
BEN-juh-min
Definition
Benjamin is usually a male first name. In some contexts, especially in literature or older usage, it can also mean the youngest child or the youngest and most favored member of a family or group.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɛndʒəmən/
British English
/bˈɛndʒəmɪn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEN-juh-muhn
UK
BEN-juh-min
Listen in Context
My brother Benjamin is ten years old.
Benjamin sits next to me in class.
In the story, the benjamin of the family gets special attention.
Have you met Benjamin yet, or is he still out of town?