How to Pronounce Fleur-de-lis

To pronounce "fleur-de-lis", say FLEURD-el-is — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌflɜːdəˈliː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

fleur-de-lis

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌflɜːdəˈliː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fleur-de-lis”

"fleur-de-lis" has 3 syllables: fleurd-el-is.

What does fleur-de-lis mean?

noun

  1. A design representing a flower whose three petals are joined together at the bottom, often used in heraldry, where it is particularly associated with the French monarchy.

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Related words

flagirislilyflower-de-lisflower-de-lucefleur-de-luce

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fleur-de-lis"?▾

"Fleur-de-lis" has 3 syllables: fleurd · el · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "fleur-de-lis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fleur-de-lis" is /ˌflɜːdəˈliː/.

What does "fleur-de-lis" mean?▾

Fleur-de-lis: A design representing a flower whose three petals are joined together at the bottom, often used in heraldry, where it is particularly associated with the French monarchy.

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