How to Pronounce "signior"
word
ˈsiːnjɔɹ
SEEN-yor
ˈsiːnjɔː
SEEN-yaw
Definition
An old-fashioned, formal way to address or refer to an Italian man; similar to 'sir' or 'mister' in English, now mostly used in historical or literary contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsiːnjɔɹ
British English
ˈsiːnjɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEEN-yor
UK
SEEN-yaw
Listen in Context
The gentleman was known as Signior Antonio.
Signior, may I have a word with you?
The letter was addressed to Signior Benedick.
You remind me of the witty Signior from Shakespeare's ‘Much Ado About Nothing’.