How to Pronounce Monsignor

To pronounce "monsignor", say MONS-ign-or — 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

MONS-ign-or

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💡 Tip for remembering “monsignor”

"monsignor" has 3 syllables: mons-ign-or. It rhymes with msgr and senior, if that helps it stick.

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

What does monsignor mean?

noun

  1. An ecclesiastic title bestowed on some Roman Catholic clerics by the Pope

Words that rhyme with monsignor

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

msgrseniorsr

Related words

bishoparchbishopmonseigneurmonsieursirlordmgrpaulos

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "monsignor"?▾

"Monsignor" has 3 syllables: mons · ign · or.

What does "monsignor" mean?▾

Monsignor: An ecclesiastic title bestowed on some Roman Catholic clerics by the Pope

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