- English pronunciation: /ˌbɒnˈswɑː/ (BON-swah)
- French pronunciation: /bɔ̃ˈswaʁ/
Syllables:
- English: 2 syllables (BON-swah)
- French: 1 syllable (bɔ̃-swaʁ)
When pronouncing "bonsoir," the "n" in the first syllable is silent, and the "oi" in the second syllable is pronounced as an "wah" sound. The stress is placed on the second syllable.