How to pronounce sanctum
Say it like SANGK-tum. Sanctum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SANGK).
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- SANGK
- tum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sanctum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SANGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sanctum
American and British speakers say sanctum in essentially the same way: /ˈsæŋktəm/ in the US and /ˈsæŋktəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: SANGK-tum.
What does sanctum mean?
- A place set apart, as with a sanctum sanctorum; a sacred or private place; a private retreat or workroom.
Where does sanctum come from?
From Latin sānctum (“that which is holy”).
Questions about saying sanctum
How do you pronounce sanctum?
Say SANGK-tum. The American pronunciation is /ˈsæŋktəm/. In British English it is /ˈsæŋktəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sanctum?
Sanctum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SANGK). Broken into parts: SANGK · tum.
Do Americans and Brits say sanctum the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsæŋktəm/ and the British form is /ˈsæŋktəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.