How to Pronounce "hyperbolic"
word
ˌhaɪpɝˈbɑɫɪk
hy-per-BAH-lik
hˌaɪpəbˈɒlɪk
hy-puh-BOL-ik
Definition
Used to describe language or statements that are exaggerated and not meant to be taken literally; also, related to a mathematical term involving hyperbolas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪpɝˈbɑɫɪk
British English
hˌaɪpəbˈɒlɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-per-BAH-lik
UK
hy-puh-BOL-ik
Listen in Context
His story sounded hyperbolic, full of impossible events.
The teacher explained the hyperbolic functions in math class.
He used hyperbolic language to make his point.
Sometimes, politicians rely on hyperbolic statements to get attention.