emcee

4 synonyms for emcee, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A person who hosts and introduces acts at an event; a master of ceremonies.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

host

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

compere master of ceremonies

Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

A person who hosts and introduces acts at an event; a master of ceremonies.

“The emcee kept the wedding reception running smoothly all night.”

host compere master of ceremonies MC

2. verb

To act as host, introducing performers or speakers at an event.

“She agreed to emcee the charity gala.”

compere

How to use emcee

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

emcee an event act as emcee

Etymology

A phonetic spelling of the initials "MC," short for "master of ceremonies."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “emcee” mean?

The word “emcee” means a person who hosts and introduces acts at an event; a master of ceremonies. In plain terms, the host who introduces acts and keeps a show or event moving — or, as a verb, to act as that host.

How do you pronounce “emcee”?

“Emcee” is pronounced ehm-SEE (/ˌɛmˈsiː/ in IPA).

How do you use “emcee” in a sentence?

Here is “emcee” used in a sentence: “The emcee kept the wedding reception running smoothly all night.”

What part of speech is “emcee”?

Depending on how it is used, “emcee” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “emcee” have?

“Emcee” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who hosts and introduces acts at an event; a master of ceremonies.

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