How to Pronounce "sackcloth"
word
ˈsækˌklɔθ
SAK-klawth
sˈækklɒθ
SAK-kloth
Definition
A rough, coarse fabric, traditionally made from flax or hemp, often associated with mourning, humility, or showing sadness in historical and religious contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsækˌklɔθ
British English
sˈækklɒθ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAK-klawth
UK
SAK-kloth
Listen in Context
In ancient times, people wore sackcloth to show sadness.
The prophet dressed in sackcloth to pray for his people.
They sat on ashes and wore sackcloth to show their grief.
Wearing sackcloth and ashes was a sign of deep repentance in the old stories.