How to Pronounce "chevalier"
word
ˌʃɛvəˈɫɪɹ
shuh-vuh-LEER
ʃˈɛvɐliɐ
shev-uh-LEE-uh
Definition
A 'chevalier' is a French term meaning 'knight', referring to a historical warrior on horseback or someone given a special honorary title, especially in France.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌʃɛvəˈɫɪɹ
British English
ʃˈɛvɐliɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
shuh-vuh-LEER
UK
shev-uh-LEE-uh
Listen in Context
The king made him a chevalier for his bravery.
A chevalier wore armor and fought on horseback.
She received the title of chevalier from the French government.
He was named a chevalier of the Legion of Honour last year.