How to Pronounce "messiahs"
word
məˈsaɪəz
muh-SY-uhz
mɛsˈaɪəz
meh-SY-uhz
Definition
'Messiahs' is the plural form of 'messiah', meaning saviors or liberators, especially those believed to be sent by God to save people. The term is also used more generally for leaders who are seen as rescuers.
IPA Transcription
American English
məˈsaɪəz
British English
mɛsˈaɪəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-SY-uhz
UK
meh-SY-uhz
Listen in Context
Many religions talk about messiahs who will come to save the world.
Some people believe that messiahs have already appeared in history.
The idea of messiahs gives hope to many followers.
Throughout history, different groups have waited for their own messiahs to arrive.