How to Pronounce "paedophiles"
word
PEE-duh-fylez
PEE-duh-fylez
Definition
People who are sexually attracted to children. The word is used in legal, medical, and social discussions about criminal behavior and mental disorders.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpiːdəˌfaɪlz
British English
pˈiːdəfˌaɪlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEE-duh-fylez
UK
PEE-duh-fylez
Listen in Context
The police arrested several paedophiles last year.
Laws are strict to protect children from paedophiles.
There are special programs to help stop paedophiles.
Communities often worry about known paedophiles moving into their area.