How to Pronounce "raconteur"
word
ˌɹækɑnˈtuɹ
rak-on-TER
ɹˌækəntˈɜː
rak-uhn-TER
Definition
A raconteur is a person who is very skilled and entertaining at telling stories, especially in conversation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹækɑnˈtuɹ
British English
ɹˌækəntˈɜː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rak-on-TER
UK
rak-uhn-TER
Listen in Context
My grandfather is a real raconteur.
Everyone was listening as the raconteur told a funny story.
She became famous as a raconteur on TV shows.
At every party, Tom shines as the group’s raconteur, always ready with a new story.