How to pronounce sacristy
Say it like SAK-rih-stee. Sacristy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAK).
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- SAK
- rih
- stee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sacristy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- steeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sacristy
American and British speakers say sacristy in essentially the same way: /ˈsækrɪsti/ in the US and /ˈsækrɪsti/ in the UK.
British respelling: SAK-rih-stee.
What does sacristy mean?
- A room in a church where sacred vessels, books, vestments, etc. are kept. Sometimes also used by clergy to prepare for worship or for meetings.
Where does sacristy come from?
From Anglo-Norman sacrestie, from Medieval Latin sacristia.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying sacristy
How do you pronounce sacristy?
Say SAK-rih-stee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsækrɪsti/. In British English it is /ˈsækrɪsti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sacristy?
Sacristy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAK). Broken into parts: SAK · rih · stee.
Do Americans and Brits say sacristy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsækrɪsti/ and the British form is /ˈsækrɪsti/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.