How to Pronounce Grenadier

To pronounce "grenadier", say GREN-ad-ier — 3 syllables, IPA /ɡɹɛnəˈdɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɡɹɛnəˈdɪə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grenadier”

"grenadier" has 3 syllables: gren-ad-ier.

What does grenadier mean?

noun

  1. A type of soldier, originally one who threw grenades, later a member of a company formed from the tallest men of the regiment; now specifically, a member of the Grenadier Guards.
  2. Any of various African weaverbirds or waxbills, especially the common grenadier or the red bishop.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grenadier"?▾

"Grenadier" has 3 syllables: gren · ad · ier.

What is the IPA transcription of "grenadier"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grenadier" is /ɡɹɛnəˈdɪə/.

What does "grenadier" mean?▾

Grenadier: A type of soldier, originally one who threw grenades, later a member of a company formed from the tallest men of the regiment; now specifically, a member of the Grenadier Guards.

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