How to Pronounce "impertinent"
word
ˌɪmˈpɝtənənt
im-PUR-tuh-nuhnt
ɪmpˈɜːtɪnənt
im-PUR-tih-nuhnt
Definition
If someone is impertinent, they are rude or show a lack of respect, especially to someone in authority. The word also describes actions or comments that are not appropriate or relevant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpɝtənənt
British English
ɪmpˈɜːtɪnənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PUR-tuh-nuhnt
UK
im-PUR-tih-nuhnt
Listen in Context
It is impertinent to speak like that to your teacher.
The student asked an impertinent question during class.
Her impertinent remark made everyone uncomfortable.
You’re being impertinent—please mind your manners.