How to Pronounce Legionnaire

To pronounce "legionnaire", say LEG-ionn-air-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

LEG-ionn-air-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “legionnaire”

"legionnaire" has 4 syllables: leg-ionn-air-e. It rhymes with despair and glare, if that helps it stick.

What does legionnaire mean?

noun

  1. A member of a legion, especially the French Foreign Legion.

Synonyms

legionary

Words that rhyme with legionnaire

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "legionnaire"?▾

"Legionnaire" has 4 syllables: leg · ionn · air · e.

What does "legionnaire" mean?▾

Legionnaire: A member of a legion, especially the French Foreign Legion.

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