How to Pronounce "stalin"
word
/ˈstɑɫən/
STAH-luhn
/ˈstɑːlɪn/
STAH-lin
Definition
Stalin refers to Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union from the 1920s to 1953, known for his role in World War II and his authoritarian rule.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈstɑɫən/
British English
/ˈstɑːlɪn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAH-luhn
UK
STAH-lin
Listen in Context
Stalin was the leader of the Soviet Union.
People study Stalin in world history classes.
Stalin had a major impact on the 20th century.
Some people debate whether Stalin was a genius or a tyrant.