How to Pronounce Major-domo

To pronounce "major-domo", say MAJ-ord-om-o — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

MAJ-ord-om-o

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💡 Tip for remembering “major-domo”

"major-domo" has 4 syllables: maj-ord-om-o.

What does major-domo mean?

noun

  1. The head servant or official in a royal Spanish or Italian household; later, any head servant in a wealthy household in a foreign country; a leading servant or butler.
  2. (Southwest) A manager of a hacienda, ranch or estate.

Synonyms

seneschal

Related words

seneschalmajordomomasterservantbutlerhusbandslavemaster

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "major-domo"?▾

"Major-domo" has 4 syllables: maj · ord · om · o.

What does "major-domo" mean?▾

Major-domo: The head servant or official in a royal Spanish or Italian household; later, any head servant in a wealthy household in a foreign country; a leading servant or butler.

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