How to Pronounce "siegfried"
word
/ˈsiɡˌfɹid/
SEEG-freed
/ˈziːɡfriːd/
ZEEG-freed
Definition
Siegfried is a male given name, most famous as the name of a legendary Germanic hero from mythology and opera. It can also refer to a character in literature and music, especially Richard Wagner's operas.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsiɡˌfɹid/
British English
/ˈziːɡfriːd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEEG-freed
UK
ZEEG-freed
Listen in Context
Siegfried is a hero in German legends.
Many people know Siegfried from famous operas.
I read a story about Siegfried.
My grandfather loved telling the tale of Siegfried and the dragon.