How to Pronounce "connoisseur"
word
ˌkɑnəˈsɝ
kah-nuh-SUR
kˌɒnəsˈɜː
kon-uh-SUR
Definition
A person who knows a lot about a particular subject, especially in art, food, or wine, and can judge quality very well.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑnəˈsɝ
British English
kˌɒnəsˈɜː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kah-nuh-SUR
UK
kon-uh-SUR
Listen in Context
He is a connoisseur of French wine.
A true connoisseur can tell the difference between real and fake paintings.
She became a cheese connoisseur after traveling in Europe.
Being a connoisseur isn’t just about knowing facts—it’s about having a deep appreciation and taste.