How to Pronounce "corsair"
word
ˈkɔɹsɛɹ
KOR-sair
kˈɔːseə
KAW-seh-uh
Definition
A corsair is a pirate, especially one who operated with permission from their government to attack enemy ships; famous in Mediterranean history.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɔɹsɛɹ
British English
kˈɔːseə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOR-sair
UK
KAW-seh-uh
Listen in Context
The corsair attacked ships in the Mediterranean Sea.
A corsair needed permission from a king to steal from enemy ships.
Many stories tell about famous corsairs and their adventures.
He dressed as a corsair for the costume party last night.