How to Pronounce Pursuivant

To pronounce "pursuivant", say PURS-uiv-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɜː.sɪ.vənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈpɜː.sɪ.vənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pursuivant”

"pursuivant" has 3 syllables: purs-uiv-ant.

What does pursuivant mean?

noun

  1. A follower
  2. A functionary of lower rank than a herald, but discharging similar duties; called also pursuivant at arms; an attendant of the heralds, e.g. in the College of Arms.

Related words

followerpursuerpursuiterpursueeconsectatorquestristcursitorperuser

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pursuivant"?▾

"Pursuivant" has 3 syllables: purs · uiv · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "pursuivant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pursuivant" is /ˈpɜː.sɪ.vənt/.

What does "pursuivant" mean?▾

Pursuivant: A follower

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