How to Pronounce Sadomasochism

To pronounce "sadomasochism", say SAD-om-as-och-ism — 5 syllables, IPA /seɪdəʊˈmæsəkɪzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/seɪdəʊˈmæsəkɪzəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sadomasochism”

"sadomasochism" has 5 syllables: sad-om-as-och-ism.

What does sadomasochism mean?

noun

  1. The practices of sadism and masochism collectively, usually in reference to consensual practices within the BDSM community.
  2. Sadism and masochism: the (often sexual) enjoyment by one person of both inflicting and receiving pain.

Synonyms

S and MS&MSMs-ms/malgolagnia

Related words

maledommasturbationismmunchmasocoremistressdommanscentmassacer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sadomasochism"?▾

"Sadomasochism" has 5 syllables: sad · om · as · och · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "sadomasochism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sadomasochism" is /seɪdəʊˈmæsəkɪzəm/.

What does "sadomasochism" mean?▾

Sadomasochism: The practices of sadism and masochism collectively, usually in reference to consensual practices within the BDSM community.

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