How to Pronounce "satirical"
word
səˈtɪɹəkəɫ/, /səˈtɪɹɪkəɫ
suh-TI-ri-kuhl
sɐtˈɪɹɪkəl
suh-TI-ri-kuhl
Definition
Using humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or make fun of something, often in politics or society.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈtɪɹəkəɫ/, /səˈtɪɹɪkəɫ
British English
sɐtˈɪɹɪkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-TI-ri-kuhl
UK
suh-TI-ri-kuhl
Listen in Context
The newspaper published a satirical cartoon about the election.
She enjoys reading satirical books about society.
The movie is a satirical look at modern life.
His satirical sense of humor makes even serious topics funny.