To pronounce "patroness", say PATR-on-ess — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpeɪtɹənɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈpeɪtɹənɪs/
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"patroness" has 3 syllables: patr-on-ess.
noun
verb
"Patroness" has 3 syllables: patr · on · ess.
The IPA transcription of "patroness" is /ˈpeɪtɹənɪs/.
Patroness: A woman who sponsors or supports a given activity, person etc.; a female patron.
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