How to Pronounce "insincere"
word
ˌɪnsɪnˈsɪɹ
in-sin-SEER
ˌɪnsɪnsˈiə
in-sin-SEE-uh
Definition
Not expressing true feelings or intentions; pretending to be honest or kind when you are not.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnsɪnˈsɪɹ
British English
ˌɪnsɪnsˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-sin-SEER
UK
in-sin-SEE-uh
Listen in Context
He gave an insincere apology after being caught.
Her smile felt insincere to me.
People dislike insincere compliments.
You can always tell when someone is being insincere.