How to Pronounce "nazi"
word
/ˈnɑtsi/
NAH-tsee
/ˈnɑːtsi/
NAH-tsee
Definition
A Nazi was a member or supporter of the German far-right political movement led by Adolf Hitler. The word is also sometimes used informally for someone seen as extremely strict or controlling, though that use can sound offensive or insensitive.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnɑtsi/
British English
/ˈnɑːtsi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAH-tsee
UK
NAH-tsee
Listen in Context
His grandfather fought against the Nazis in World War II.
The teacher explained what the Nazis did in Germany.
Calling someone a Nazi is a very serious accusation.
People online used to say 'grammar Nazi,' but a lot of us avoid that term now.