How to Pronounce “concierge”

American (US)

/ˌkɑːnsiˈerʒ/

British (UK)

/ˈkɒnsɪeəʒ/

noun — A hotel or building employee who assists guests and residents with arrangements.

Example: The concierge booked the taxi for six in the morning.

The final e is silent. The transcription /ˌkɑːnsiˈerʒ/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “concierge” is not pronounced.

Where the stress falls. “concierge” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkɑːnsiˈerʒ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "concierge" mean?

concierge (noun): A hotel or building employee who assists guests and residents with arrangements. For example — The concierge booked the taxi for six in the morning.

How do you pronounce "concierge" in American vs British English?

American English: /ˌkɑːnsiˈerʒ/. British English: /ˈkɒnsɪeəʒ/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "concierge"?

/ˌkɑːnsiˈerʒ/ in American English, /ˈkɒnsɪeəʒ/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "concierge"?

“concierge” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkɑːnsiˈerʒ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

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