How to Pronounce "legionnaire"
word
ˈɫidʒəˌnɛɹ
LEE-juh-NAIR
lˌiːdʒənˈeə
lee-juhn-AIR
Definition
A legionnaire is a soldier who belongs to a legion, especially a member of the French Foreign Legion, known for taking recruits from around the world.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫidʒəˌnɛɹ
British English
lˌiːdʒənˈeə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEE-juh-NAIR
UK
lee-juhn-AIR
Listen in Context
A legionnaire wears a special uniform.
The legionnaire marched with his unit through the city.
He became a legionnaire when he joined the French Foreign Legion.
Many people think being a legionnaire is tough because of the intense training.