How to Pronounce "percussionist"
word
pɝˈkəʃənɪst
per-KUH-shuh-nist
pəkˈʌʃənˌɪst
puh-KUSH-uhn-ist
Definition
A percussionist is a musician who plays percussion instruments, such as drums, cymbals, or maracas.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɝˈkəʃənɪst
British English
pəkˈʌʃənˌɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-KUH-shuh-nist
UK
puh-KUSH-uhn-ist
Listen in Context
The percussionist played the drums in the school band.
A percussionist uses many different instruments.
My friend wants to be a percussionist.
The orchestra hired a skilled percussionist for the concert.