How to Pronounce "impropriety"
word
ˌɪmpɹəˈpɹaɪəti
im-pruh-PRY-uh-tee
ɪmpɹəpɹˈaɪəti
im-pruh-pry-UH-tee
Definition
Impropriety means behavior that does not follow accepted rules of morals or manners. It can also refer to actions that are not appropriate or proper in a certain situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmpɹəˈpɹaɪəti
British English
ɪmpɹəpɹˈaɪəti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-pruh-PRY-uh-tee
UK
im-pruh-pry-UH-tee
Listen in Context
Any form of impropriety at work could lead to serious consequences.
He was accused of financial impropriety by his company.
The manager's impropriety shocked the entire staff.
She denied any impropriety in her dealings with the client.