English pronunciation · Words Starting with C
Convener Pronunciation
Convener is pronounced kuhn-VEE-ner, IPA /kənˈvinɚ/.
kuhn-VEE-ner
US /kənˈvinɚ/ · UK /kənˈviːnə/
Syllables: kuhn · VEE · ner (3 syllables, stress on syllable 2)
noun: The person who calls a meeting or committee together and chairs it.
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Convener in a Sentence
- The convener opened by reading out the apologies.
- She has been convener of the housing group for two years.
- Write to the convener if you want an item added.
Common Mispronunciations of Convener
Not KON-vee-ner
The beat is in the middle, on VEE. The opening syllable is a weak kuhn, the same reduced sound as in connect and control.
Not kuhn-VE-ner
The stressed vowel is long, the ee of green, because it comes straight from the verb convene.
Tip: Say convene, then add an er. The spelling convenor is also used, especially in Britain, and sounds identical.
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