How to Pronounce "courtiers"
word
KORT-ee-erz
KAW-tee-uhz
Definition
Courtiers are people who work in a royal court, often serving or advising the king or queen. They usually have influence and play important roles in the court's life.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɔɹtiɝz
British English
kˈɔːtiəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KORT-ee-erz
UK
KAW-tee-uhz
Listen in Context
The king's courtiers wore beautiful clothes.
Many courtiers gathered to greet the queen.
The courtiers listened carefully to the royal announcement.
The courtiers competed for the king's attention during dinner.