How to Pronounce "nestor"
word
ˈnɛstɝ
NES-ter
ˈnɛstə
NES-tuh
Definition
A 'nestor' is a respected leader or the oldest, wisest member of a group, often someone who gives advice based on experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɛstɝ
British English
ˈnɛstə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NES-ter
UK
NES-tuh
Listen in Context
Our group sees Mr. Lee as the nestor because he always gives wise advice.
The company’s nestor retired after 50 years of work.
Everyone listened to the nestor during the meeting.
She's the nestor of our research team—whenever there’s a tricky problem, we turn to her.