To pronounce "sideman", say SID-em-an — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"sideman" has 3 syllables: sid-em-an. It rhymes with deadpan and span, if that helps it stick.
noun
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"Sideman" has 3 syllables: sid · em · an.
Sideman: A soloist playing with a band or group of which he is not a regular member.
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