How to Pronounce "poignant"
word
ˈpɔɪnjənt
POYN-yuhnt
pˈɔɪnjənt
POYN-yuhnt
Definition
Describes something that strongly affects your emotions, especially bringing feelings of sadness or deep reflection.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔɪnjənt
British English
pˈɔɪnjənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POYN-yuhnt
UK
POYN-yuhnt
Listen in Context
It was a poignant farewell as he left his hometown.
Her speech was very poignant and made everyone think.
There is a poignant scene in the movie where the family says goodbye.
That was a poignant moment I’ll never forget.