How to Pronounce "pyromaniac"
word
ˌpaɪɹoʊˈmeɪniæk
py-roh-MAY-nee-ak
pˌaɪɹəʊmˈeɪnɪˌæk
py-roh-MAY-nee-ak
Definition
A pyromaniac is a person who has a strong, uncontrollable urge to set things on fire, usually because of a psychological disorder.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpaɪɹoʊˈmeɪniæk
British English
pˌaɪɹəʊmˈeɪnɪˌæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
py-roh-MAY-nee-ak
UK
py-roh-MAY-nee-ak
Listen in Context
The pyromaniac started several fires in the old town.
A pyromaniac needs professional help for their condition.
The police arrested a pyromaniac last night.
People often confuse a pyromaniac with an arsonist, but they’re not the same.