How to Pronounce "solicitor"
word
səˈɫɪsətɝ
suh-LIH-suh-ter
səlˈɪsɪtɐ
suh-LIS-i-tuh
Definition
In the UK, a solicitor is a type of lawyer who gives legal advice and helps prepare legal documents. In a general sense, it can also mean someone who asks people for money or tries to sell things, especially door-to-door.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈɫɪsətɝ
British English
səlˈɪsɪtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-LIH-suh-ter
UK
suh-LIS-i-tuh
Listen in Context
My aunt is a solicitor in London.
The solicitor gave us legal advice about the contract.
We saw a solicitor going door to door asking for donations.
If you get into legal trouble, it's wise to speak to a solicitor first.