How to Pronounce "vizier"
word
vɪˈzɪə
vi-ZEER
vˈaɪzɪɐ
vi-ZEE-uh
Definition
A vizier is a high-ranking political advisor or minister, especially in historical Islamic countries such as Egypt or the Ottoman Empire.
IPA Transcription
American English
vɪˈzɪə
British English
vˈaɪzɪɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vi-ZEER
UK
vi-ZEE-uh
Listen in Context
The vizier advised the king on important matters.
A new vizier was appointed after the old one retired.
Many stories describe the vizier as a wise and trusted official.
In old tales, the vizier is usually the king’s right-hand man—or sometimes the secret villain.