How to Pronounce "sinister"
word
/ˈsɪnɪstɝ/
SI-ni-stur
/sˈɪnɪstɐ/
SI-ni-stuh
Definition
Describes something or someone that appears evil, threatening, or suggests harm or danger. It often gives a feeling that something bad will happen.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɪnɪstɝ/
British English
/sˈɪnɪstɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SI-ni-stur
UK
SI-ni-stuh
Listen in Context
The old house looked sinister at night.
He gave me a sinister look.
The music had a sinister tone.
There was something sinister about the way he smiled.