How to pronounce sadist
Say it like SAY-dust. Sadist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY).
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- SAY
- dust
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sadist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- dustKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sadist
American and British speakers say sadist in essentially the same way: /ˈseɪdəst/ in the US and /ˈseɪdəst/ in the UK.
British respelling: SAY-dust.
What does sadist mean?
- One who derives pleasure through cruelty or pain to others.
- One who enjoys teasing others.
Where does sadist come from?
From the name of the Marquis de Sade; see sadism.
Questions about saying sadist
How do you pronounce sadist?
Say SAY-dust. The American pronunciation is /ˈseɪdəst/. In British English it is /ˈseɪdəst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sadist?
Sadist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY). Broken into parts: SAY · dust.
Do Americans and Brits say sadist the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈseɪdəst/ and the British form is /ˈseɪdəst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.