How to Pronounce "seminary"
word
ˈsɛməˌnɛɹi
SEM-uh-NAIR-ee
sˈɛmɪnəɹi
SEM-in-uh-ree
Definition
A seminary is a school or college where students study to become religious leaders, such as priests, ministers, or rabbis.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛməˌnɛɹi
British English
sˈɛmɪnəɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEM-uh-NAIR-ee
UK
SEM-in-uh-ree
Listen in Context
He decided to attend a seminary after finishing high school.
Many priests receive their training at a seminary.
The seminary has a beautiful chapel on campus.
He left the seminary after deciding not to become a priest.