How to Pronounce "criminalist"
word
ˈkɹɪmənəɫɪst
KRIM-uh-nuh-list
ˈkrɪmɪnəlɪst
KRIM-in-uh-list
Definition
A criminalist is a scientist who analyzes physical evidence in criminal investigations, such as fingerprints, hair, or blood, to help solve crimes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹɪmənəɫɪst
British English
ˈkrɪmɪnəlɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRIM-uh-nuh-list
UK
KRIM-in-uh-list
Listen in Context
The criminalist examined the fingerprint on the glass.
A criminalist works in a laboratory to study evidence.
Police asked the criminalist to check the DNA sample.
The criminalist’s report was the key to solving the case.