How to Pronounce Soldier

To pronounce "soldier", say SOLD-ier — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsoʊɫdʒɝ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsoʊɫdʒɝ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/sˈəʊldʒɐ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “soldier

Break "soldier" into 2 beats and lean on "SOLD" — that's the stressed one.

What does soldier mean?

noun

  1. A member of a ground-based army, of any rank, but especially an enlisted member.
  2. Any member of a military, regardless of specialty.

verb

  1. To continue steadfast; to keep striving.
  2. To serve as a soldier.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "soldier"?

To pronounce "soldier", say SOLD-ier — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsoʊɫdʒɝ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "soldier"?

"Soldier" has 2 syllables: sold · ier.

What is the IPA transcription of "soldier"?

The IPA transcription of "soldier" is /ˈsoʊɫdʒɝ/.

What does "soldier" mean?

Soldier: A member of a ground-based army, of any rank, but especially an enlisted member.

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