How to Pronounce "monsignor"
word
/mɑnˈsinjɝ/
mon-SEE-nyur
/mˈɒnsɪnjɐ/
MON-si-nyuh
Definition
A title of honor given by the Pope to certain high-ranking Roman Catholic priests, usually as a mark of distinction.
IPA Transcription
American English
/mɑnˈsinjɝ/
British English
/mˈɒnsɪnjɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mon-SEE-nyur
UK
MON-si-nyuh
Listen in Context
The monsignor led the special Mass on Sunday.
We met a monsignor at the church ceremony.
A monsignor often helps organize events in the diocese.
People showed a lot of respect when Monsignor Franco entered the room.