How to Pronounce "buddhists"
word
ˈbudəsts
BOO-distz
ˈbʊdɪsts
BUUD-istz
Definition
Buddhists are people who follow the teachings of Buddhism, a religion that began in Asia and focuses on enlightenment, compassion, and meditation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbudəsts
British English
ˈbʊdɪsts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOO-distz
UK
BUUD-istz
Listen in Context
Buddhists celebrate Vesak to honor Buddha's birth.
Many Buddhists live in Thailand and Sri Lanka.
Buddhists often meditate every day.
There are millions of Buddhists around the world with different traditions.