Phonetic Breakdown of "sanctuary"
Learn how to break down "sanctuary" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.
sanc-tu-ary
3 syllables
Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:
/ˈsæŋktjʊəɹi/
/ˈsæŋkt͡ʃuˌɛɹi/
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IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:
S AE1 NG K CH UW0 EH2 R IY0
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Definition of "sanctuary"
Pronunciation: /ˈsæŋktjʊəɹi/
Noun
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A place of safety, refuge or protection.Example: "My car is a sanctuary, where none can disturb me except for people who cut me off."
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An area set aside for protection.Example: "The bird sanctuary has strict restrictions on visitors so the birds aren't disturbed."
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A state of being protected, asylum.Example: "The government granted sanctuary to the defector, protecting him from his former government."
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The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.
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