How to pronounce Satanism
Say it like SAY-tuh-niz-um. Satanism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce Satanism. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- SAY
- tuh
- niz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Satanism 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nizGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Satanism
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SAY-tuh-niz-um.
What does Satanism mean?
- Worship or reverence to Satan (usually synonymous with "the Devil").
- A profession, philosophy, or ideological construct featuring a positive, admirable, or useful association to the figure, character or entity known as 'Satan'; or, featuring opposition to all morality and the procurement of what is wanted regardless of the consequences concerning others.
- LaVeyan Satanism.
Questions about saying Satanism
How do you pronounce Satanism?
Say SAY-tuh-niz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈseɪtəˌnɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈseɪtəˌnɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Satanism?
Satanism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY). Broken into parts: SAY · tuh · niz · um.
Is Satanism pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈseɪtəˌnɪzəm/ (SAY-tuh-niz-um).