How to Pronounce "baptism"
word
ˈbæptɪzəm
BAP-tiz-um
bˈæptɪzəm
BAP-tiz-um
Definition
A ceremony in Christianity where a person is sprinkled with or immersed in water to show they are joining the faith; also used in a broader sense to mean any formal introduction or first experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæptɪzəm
British English
bˈæptɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAP-tiz-um
UK
BAP-tiz-um
Listen in Context
The church held a baptism for the new baby.
Many Christians see baptism as an important tradition.
He remembers his own baptism as a special day.
Her baptism was a big family event, with everyone gathering at the church.