How to Pronounce "criminology"
word
krim-uh-NAH-luh-jee
krim-ih-NOL-uh-jee
Definition
Criminology is the scientific study of crime, criminals, and the reasons why crimes happen.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɹɪmɪˈnɑɫədʒi
British English
kɹˌɪmɪnˈɒlədʒi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
krim-uh-NAH-luh-jee
UK
krim-ih-NOL-uh-jee
Listen in Context
She wants to study criminology at university.
Criminology helps us understand why people commit crimes.
My brother is a professor of criminology.
After watching so many crime documentaries, I'm actually considering a degree in criminology.