How to Pronounce "pontificating"
word
pɑnˈtɪfəˌkeɪtɪŋ
pon-TIF-uh-kay-ting
pəntˈɪfɪkˌeɪtɪŋ
pun-TIF-ik-ay-ting
Definition
Speaking or expressing opinions in a way that sounds like you think you are always right or more important than others, often in a moralizing or preachy manner.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɑnˈtɪfəˌkeɪtɪŋ
British English
pəntˈɪfɪkˌeɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pon-TIF-uh-kay-ting
UK
pun-TIF-ik-ay-ting
Listen in Context
He kept pontificating about the best way to study.
She is always pontificating during meetings.
Stop pontificating and listen to other people's ideas.
He started pontificating on politics at dinner, and no one could get a word in.