How to Pronounce "pederast"
word
ˈpi.də.ɹæst
PEE-duh-rast
ˈpi.də.ɹæst
PEE-duh-rast
Definition
A pederast is a man who is sexually attracted to boys, especially pre-adolescent boys. The term is rare and usually refers to illegal and immoral behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpi.də.ɹæst
British English
ˈpi.də.ɹæst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEE-duh-rast
UK
PEE-duh-rast
Listen in Context
The word pederast appears in some historical texts.
A pederast is someone with a sexual interest in boys.
It is illegal to be a pederast.
In ancient Greece, a pederast had a specific social role, very different from today.