How to Pronounce "emissary"
word
ˈɛməˌsɛɹi
EM-uh-ser-ee
ˈɛmɪsəɹi
EM-ih-suh-ree
Definition
A person sent on a special mission, usually as a representative of someone or an organization.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛməˌsɛɹi
British English
ˈɛmɪsəɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EM-uh-ser-ee
UK
EM-ih-suh-ree
Listen in Context
The king sent an emissary to the neighboring country.
An emissary brought news from the organization.
They chose her to be their emissary at the meeting.
The peace talks finally began after an emissary arrived with a message.