How to Pronounce "presbyterian"
word
ˌpɹɛsbɪˈtɪɹiən/, /ˌpɹɛzbɪˈtɪɹiən
prez-bi-TEER-ee-uhn
pɹɪsbaɪtˈiəɹɪən
priz-by-TEE-uh-ree-uhn
Definition
Relating to a Christian church governed by elders and usually following the doctrines of John Calvin. 'Presbyterian' can describe the church, its beliefs, or its members.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɹɛsbɪˈtɪɹiən/, /ˌpɹɛzbɪˈtɪɹiən
British English
pɹɪsbaɪtˈiəɹɪən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
prez-bi-TEER-ee-uhn
UK
priz-by-TEE-uh-ree-uhn
Listen in Context
He goes to a Presbyterian church every Sunday.
My friend is Presbyterian.
The Presbyterian beliefs are important to her family.
I grew up in a Presbyterian household, so Sundays were always busy.