How to Pronounce "salacious"
word
səˈɫeɪʃəs
suh-LAY-shuhs
sælˈeɪʃəs
sal-AY-shuhs
Definition
Describes something that is intended to be sexually exciting or is overly focused on sexual matters, often in a way that is considered inappropriate or offensive.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈɫeɪʃəs
British English
sælˈeɪʃəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-LAY-shuhs
UK
sal-AY-shuhs
Listen in Context
The magazine was criticized for publishing salacious stories about celebrities.
He told a salacious joke at the dinner table.
The tabloid focused on salacious details of the scandal.
People are often drawn to salacious gossip, even if they deny it.