How to Pronounce "arsonist"
word
ˈɑɹsənəst/, /ˈɑɹsənɪst
AHR-suh-nist
ˈɑːsənˌɪst
AH-suh-nist
Definition
A person who deliberately sets fire to buildings, forests, or other property in order to cause damage.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑɹsənəst/, /ˈɑɹsənɪst
British English
ˈɑːsənˌɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHR-suh-nist
UK
AH-suh-nist
Listen in Context
The police arrested the arsonist last night.
An arsonist set fire to the building.
The forest fire was started by an arsonist.
Neighbors say they've seen the arsonist around here before.