How to Pronounce "minister"
word
/ˈmɪnəstɝ/
MI-ni-stur
/mˈɪnɪstɐ/
MI-ni-stuh
Definition
A minister is usually a government official in charge of an important department, such as education or finance. In some Christian churches, it can also mean a religious leader.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɪnəstɝ/
British English
/mˈɪnɪstɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MI-ni-stur
UK
MI-ni-stuh
Listen in Context
The minister spoke on TV last night.
She met the minister of health this morning.
The minister led the Sunday service at church.
The minister is under pressure to explain the new policy.