How to Pronounce "mezzanine"
word
MEZ-uh-neen
MEZ-uh-neen
Definition
A mezzanine is a low floor built between two main floors of a building, often above the ground floor. It's used for extra space, such as seating in theaters or storage in shops.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛzəˌnin
British English
mˈɛzənˌiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MEZ-uh-neen
UK
MEZ-uh-neen
Listen in Context
Our office is on the mezzanine of the building.
There are extra seats on the mezzanine in the theater.
The store uses the mezzanine for storage.
Can you meet me on the mezzanine after lunch?