How to Pronounce "sarcasm"
word
/ˈsɑɹˌkæzəm/
SAR-kaz-uhm
/sˈɑːkæzəm/
SAH-kaz-uhm
Definition
Sarcasm is a way of speaking or writing where someone says the opposite of what they really mean, usually in a sharp or mocking way to be funny or criticize.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɑɹˌkæzəm/
British English
/sˈɑːkæzəm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAR-kaz-uhm
UK
SAH-kaz-uhm
Listen in Context
He used sarcasm to make a joke about the weather.
Some people do not understand sarcasm easily.
She answered with sarcasm when asked a silly question.
You could hear the sarcasm in his voice when he said, "Great job!"