Proper Pronunciation Guide

connoisseur

[kɑ nə sʊ͜ɚ]

Tips:

  • Pronounce this word as three syllables, stressing the third one.
  • Pronounce the first letter “o” as
    /ɑ/.
  • Pronounce the letters “oi” as the weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.
  • Pronounce the final syllable like the word “sure” but with an initial
    /s/ instead of
    /ʃ/.

Practice Sentence:

 Brendan was a connoisseur of fine wines.

Definition:

  • (noun) A discerning person who has expert knowledge of a given product or field of endeavor, such as wine or art, and is able to pass critical judgment on what is the best of its kind.

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