How to Pronounce "squires"
word
ˈskwaɪɝz
SKWY-urz
skwˈaɪəz
SKWY-uhz
Definition
A 'squire' is a young man in medieval times who served a knight, learning how to become a knight himself. It can also refer more generally to a young male attendant or helper in a historical context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskwaɪɝz
British English
skwˈaɪəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKWY-urz
UK
SKWY-uhz
Listen in Context
The squires helped the knights prepare for battle.
Two young squires rode beside the old knight.
The castle was full of busy squires and servants.
Back then, only squires could train to become knights.