How to Pronounce "philistine"
word
ˈfɪɫəˌstin
FIL-uh-steen
fˈɪlɪstˌaɪn
fi-LIS-tyne
Definition
A philistine is someone who has little or no interest or understanding of art, culture, or intellectual activities, often dismissing them as unimportant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɪɫəˌstin
British English
fˈɪlɪstˌaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FIL-uh-steen
UK
fi-LIS-tyne
Listen in Context
He is a philistine who never goes to museums or concerts.
My brother is a total philistine when it comes to literature.
She called him a philistine because he doesn't like paintings.
Honestly, you'd have to be a philistine not to appreciate that film.