How to Pronounce "pius"
word
ˈpaɪəs
PY-uhs
ˈpaɪ.əs
PY-uhs
Definition
'Pius' is an old or literary adjective meaning 'devout' or 'deeply religious.' It is rarely used in modern English, except in historical or poetic contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpaɪəs
British English
ˈpaɪ.əs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PY-uhs
UK
PY-uhs
Listen in Context
The old book spoke of a pius king beloved by his people.
She was remembered as a pius woman devoted to her faith.
The poem praised the pius monks of the mountain monastery.
His deeds were described as pius in the chronicles of old.