How to Pronounce "pedophile"
word
PED-uh-file
PEE-duh-file
Definition
A pedophile is a person who is sexually attracted to children. This word is used in medical, legal, and social contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɛdəfɪɫ/, /ˈpɛdoʊfaɪɫ/
British English
/ˈpe.dəˌfɑel/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PED-uh-file
UK
PEE-duh-file
Listen in Context
The police arrested a pedophile in the city last week.
A pedophile tries to get close to children for illegal reasons.
There are strict laws against pedophiles in most countries.
The news reported another case involving a pedophile yesterday.