How to Pronounce "sacrosanct"
word
ˈsækɹoʊsæŋkt
SAK-roh-sankt
sˈækɹəsˌɑːnkt
SAK-ruh-sankt
Definition
Something considered so important or holy that it must not be changed, criticized, or interfered with.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsækɹoʊsæŋkt
British English
sˈækɹəsˌɑːnkt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAK-roh-sankt
UK
SAK-ruh-sankt
Listen in Context
For many people, freedom of speech is sacrosanct.
The constitution is treated as sacrosanct by the courts.
Some traditions in the village are considered sacrosanct.
My Sunday morning coffee ritual is sacrosanct—don’t even try to interrupt it.