American English pronunciation

How to pronounce cornelius

IPA transcription: [kɔɹ'niljəs]

Pronunciation variants: [kɔɹ'niljəs][kɚ'niljəs]

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Usage examples

  • Cornelius Vanderbilt and William Salomon, among other leading American railwaymen sat on the board.
  • Cornelius also announced that a motion picture based on the program was in development.
  • Cornelius W. Lawrence, a Democrat, was elected that year.
  • Martin's running mate was Wanda Cornelius, a school board member from Taylor County.
  • The plot revolves around the adventures of Cornelius Murphy and his companion Tuppe.