How to Pronounce "puritanical"
word
ˌpjʊɹəˈtænɪkəɫ
pyur-uh-TAN-ih-kuhl
pjˌʊɹɪtˈænɪkəl
pyur-ih-TAN-ih-kuhl
Definition
Describes someone who has very strict moral or religious beliefs and expects others to behave by those standards. Often used in a disapproving way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpjʊɹəˈtænɪkəɫ
British English
pjˌʊɹɪtˈænɪkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pyur-uh-TAN-ih-kuhl
UK
pyur-ih-TAN-ih-kuhl
Listen in Context
Her parents are very puritanical about dating.
His puritanical views make parties awkward.
The teacher has a puritanical approach to dress codes.
Don't be so puritanical—it's just a little fun!