To pronounce "sadist", say SAD-ist — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈseɪdɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈseɪdɪst/
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"sadist" has 2 syllables: sad-ist.
noun
"Sadist" has 2 syllables: sad · ist.
The IPA transcription of "sadist" is /ˈseɪdɪst/.
Sadist: One who derives pleasure through cruelty or pain to others.
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