How to Pronounce "legionnaires"
word
ˈɫidʒəˌnɛɹz
LEE-juh-NAIRZ
lˌiːdʒənˈeəz
lee-juh-NAIRZ
Definition
A legionnaire is a member of a legion, most often referring to a soldier in a famous military unit, like the French Foreign Legion. It can also refer to someone who belongs to any organized military group called a "legion".
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫidʒəˌnɛɹz
British English
lˌiːdʒənˈeəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEE-juh-NAIRZ
UK
lee-juh-NAIRZ
Listen in Context
The legionnaires wore special uniforms during the ceremony.
Many legionnaires came from different countries.
A group of legionnaires marched through the town.
Back in the 1920s, legionnaires had a reputation for being tough and disciplined.