How to Pronounce Brigadier

To pronounce "brigadier", say BRIG-ad-ier — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

BRIG-ad-ier

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💡 Tip for remembering “brigadier”

"brigadier" has 3 syllables: brig-ad-ier. It rhymes with austere and sneer, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: brigadeer — easy to mix up when writing.

Words that rhyme with brigadier

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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How many syllables are in "brigadier"?▾

"Brigadier" has 3 syllables: brig · ad · ier.

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