How to Pronounce "preacher"
word
/ˈpɹitʃɝ/
PREE-chur
/pɹˈiːtʃɐ/
PREE-chuh
Definition
A preacher is a person who gives religious talks or sermons, usually to teach people about God, faith, and how to live. It can also be used more generally for someone who strongly tells others how they should behave.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹitʃɝ/
British English
/pɹˈiːtʃɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PREE-chur
UK
PREE-chuh
Listen in Context
The preacher spoke to the people in the church.
My grandfather was a preacher for many years.
She married a preacher from a small town.
He sounds less like a teacher and more like a preacher when he talks about money.