How to Pronounce Saint

To pronounce "saint", say SAINT — one syllable, IPA /sən(t)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/sən(t)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “saint

"saint" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with quaint and faint, if that helps it stick.

What does saint mean?

noun

  1. A person whom a church or another religious group has officially recognised as especially holy or godly; one eminent for piety and virtue.

    Kateri Tekakwitha was proclaimed a saint.

  2. (by extension) A person with positive qualities; one who does good.

    Dorothy Day was a living saint.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "saint"?

"Saint" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "saint"?

The IPA transcription of "saint" is /sən(t)/.

What does "saint" mean?

Saint: A person whom a church or another religious group has officially recognised as especially holy or godly; one eminent for piety and virtue.

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