Pedophiles Meaning in English

word · lemma: pedophile

US

ˈpɛdəfɪɫz/, /ˈpɛdoʊfaɪɫz

PED-uh-fylz or PED-oh-fylz

UK

ˈpiːdəfaɪlz

PEE-duh-fylz

Definition

Pedophiles are people who are sexually attracted to children. This word is often used in news reports, legal discussions, and psychology.

Usage & Nuances

Very formal and serious term, mainly found in legal, medical, or news contexts. Should be used with care due to its highly sensitive and negative subject. Not used lightly in conversation; avoid jokes or casual references.

• Spanish: pedófilos
• Portuguese (BR): pedófilos
• Portuguese (PT): pedófilos
• Chinese (Simplified): 恋童癖者
• Chinese (Traditional): 戀童癖者
• Hindi: बाल यौनाचार करने वाले
• Arabic: المتحرشون بالأطفال
• Bengali: শিশু যৌননিপীড়ক - পেডোফাইল
• Russian: педофилы
• Japanese: 小児性愛者
• Vietnamese: kẻ ấu dâm
• Korean: 소아성애자
• Turkish: pedofiller
• Urdu: بچوں سے جنسی رغبت رکھنے والے افراد
• Indonesian: pedofil

Example Sentences

The police arrested three pedophiles last month.

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Laws are strict against pedophiles.

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News reports warn communities about pedophiles.

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Many parents worry about pedophiles in their neighborhoods.

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Social media helps people report suspected pedophiles quickly.

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There are organizations that support victims of pedophiles.

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