How to Pronounce "guest of honor"
expression
GEST-uhv-AH-nur
GEST-ov-ON-uh
Definition
The person who is given special attention at an event, often because they are important or being celebrated.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛst/ /ˈəv/ /ˈɑnɝ
British English
ɡˈɛst/ /ˈɒv/ /ˈɒnɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GEST-uhv-AH-nur
UK
GEST-ov-ON-uh
Listen in Context
The principal was the guest of honor at the ceremony.
She felt proud to be the guest of honor at her birthday party.
The guest of honor gave a short speech.
We're so excited—my grandmother is the guest of honor tonight!