How to Pronounce "sati"
word
ˈsɑːti
SAH-tee
sˈæti
SAT-ee
Definition
Sati was a historical Hindu funeral practice in which a widow was expected or forced to sacrifice herself by sitting on her husband's funeral pyre. This ritual is now illegal and is viewed as a form of social oppression.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɑːti
British English
sˈæti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAH-tee
UK
SAT-ee
Listen in Context
Sati was practiced in some parts of India for centuries.
The government banned sati to protect women's rights.
Many historians study the social impact of sati.
The tragic story of sati has inspired movies and debates worldwide.