How to Pronounce "clergyman"
word
KLUR-jee-man, KLUR-jee-mun
KLUR-jih-muhn
Definition
A clergyman is a male religious leader in the Christian church, such as a priest, minister, or pastor.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫɝdʒiˌmæn/, /ˈkɫɝdʒimən
British English
klˈɜːdʒɪmən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLUR-jee-man, KLUR-jee-mun
UK
KLUR-jih-muhn
Listen in Context
The clergyman spoke to the children about kindness.
A clergyman leads the service every Sunday.
People visited the clergyman for advice and help.
The small village only had one clergyman, so everyone knew him well.