How to Pronounce "sanctum"
word
ˈsæŋktəm
SANGK-tum
sˈɑːnktəm
SARNKT-um
Definition
A sanctuary or a private, safe place where someone is free from interruption; often refers to a special, protected room or area.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsæŋktəm
British English
sˈɑːnktəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SANGK-tum
UK
SARNKT-um
Listen in Context
The priest entered the sanctum to pray.
Her office is her personal sanctum.
Nobody is allowed into his sanctum without permission.
After a long day, I escape to my sanctum to relax and read.