English pronunciation · Words Starting with S
Sad Pronunciation
Sad is pronounced SAD, IPA /ˈsæd/.
SAD
US /ˈsæd/ · UK /ˈsæd/
Syllables: SAD (1 syllable)
adjective: Feeling or showing unhappiness.
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Sad in a Sentence
- She looked sad when the letter came.
- It is a sad story with a worse ending.
- Everyone was sad to see the shop go.
Common Mispronunciations of Sad
Not SAT
Let the voice carry on through the final consonant so it lands as a d, which also keeps the vowel longer.
Not SED
An a of cat belongs here. The e of bed turns the word into said.
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