How to Pronounce "jesuit"
word
ˈdʒɛʒuɪt
JEZ-oo-it
ˈdʒɛzjuɪt
JEZ-yoo-it
Definition
A Jesuit is a member of the Society of Jesus, a Catholic religious order known for education, missionary work, and scholarship.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɛʒuɪt
British English
ˈdʒɛzjuɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JEZ-oo-it
UK
JEZ-yoo-it
Listen in Context
The Jesuit taught history at the local school.
My uncle became a Jesuit after college.
The Jesuits started many schools around the world.
Many people know Pope Francis was a Jesuit before becoming Pope.