How to Pronounce "celibacy"
word
ˈsɛɫəbəsi
SEL-uh-buh-see
sˈɛlɪbəsi
SEL-i-buh-see
Definition
Celibacy is the state of not getting married and not having sexual relationships, often for religious or personal reasons.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛɫəbəsi
British English
sˈɛlɪbəsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEL-uh-buh-see
UK
SEL-i-buh-see
Listen in Context
Many monks practice celibacy as part of their spiritual path.
He made a vow of celibacy when he became a priest.
Celibacy is common in some religious traditions.
For her, choosing celibacy was a personal decision unrelated to religion.