How to Pronounce "sovereigns"
word
ˈsɑvɹənz
SAHV-ruhnz
sˈɒvəɹˌɪnz
SOV-uh-rinz
Definition
Sovereigns are rulers or monarchs of a country, or in another context, British gold coins called sovereigns.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɑvɹənz
British English
sˈɒvəɹˌɪnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAHV-ruhnz
UK
SOV-uh-rinz
Listen in Context
In ancient times, powerful sovereigns ruled vast empires.
Queen Victoria and other British sovereigns are famous in history.
He collected old gold sovereigns from the 19th century.
A few rare sovereigns can be worth thousands to collectors.