How to Pronounce "napoleon"
word
/nəˈpoʊɫiən/
nuh-POH-lee-uhn
/næpˈəʊlɪən/
na-POH-lee-uhn
Definition
A napoleon is usually a pastry made with thin, crisp layers and cream filling. It can also refer to Napoleon Bonaparte, the famous French military and political leader.
IPA Transcription
American English
/nəˈpoʊɫiən/
British English
/næpˈəʊlɪən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
nuh-POH-lee-uhn
UK
na-POH-lee-uhn
Listen in Context
I ordered a napoleon for dessert.
The bakery sells chocolate napoleons on Fridays.
We learned about Napoleon in history class.
That napoleon looked amazing, but it was way too sweet for me.