word
Cavalry
KAV-ul-ree
/ˈkævəlri/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
cavalry
Dictionary meaning
Soldiers fighting on horseback; in modern military, armoured units.
Common mispronunciations
CAL-vary (that's the hill where Jesus was crucified)
Pronunciation tips
Don't confuse with 'Calvary'.
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