How to Pronounce Sacred

To pronounce "sacred", say SACR-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈseɪkɹɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈseɪkɹɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sacred”

"sacred" has 2 syllables: sacr-ed.

What does sacred mean?

adjective

  1. Characterized by solemn religious ceremony or religious use, especially, in a positive sense; consecrated, made holy.

    “a sacred day”

  2. Religious; relating to religion, or to the services of religion; not secular

Synonyms

consecratedhalloweddivinegodlyholyinviolablesacrosanct

Antonyms

curseddamnedprofaneungodlyunholy

Related words

hallowedsanctifiedholysacrosanctreligiousrevereddedicateddivine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sacred"?▾

"Sacred" has 2 syllables: sacr · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "sacred"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sacred" is /ˈseɪkɹɪd/.

What does "sacred" mean?▾

Sacred: Characterized by solemn religious ceremony or religious use, especially, in a positive sense; consecrated, made holy.

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