How to Pronounce "hypocrite"
word
/ˈhɪpəˌkɹɪt/
HI-puh-krit
/hˈɪpəkɹˌɪt/
HI-puh-krit
Definition
A hypocrite is someone who says they have certain beliefs or standards, but acts in a way that goes against them.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhɪpəˌkɹɪt/
British English
/hˈɪpəkɹˌɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HI-puh-krit
UK
HI-puh-krit
Listen in Context
Don't be a hypocrite; practice what you preach.
She called him a hypocrite for lying about his habits.
People don't like a hypocrite who judges others.
He acts so nice in public, but he's a total hypocrite when no one is watching.