How to Pronounce "uncharacteristic"
word
ˌənˌkɛɹɪktɝˈɪstɪk
uhn-KAIR-ik-ter-IS-tik
ʌnkˌæɹɪktəɹˈɪstɪk
un-KARR-ik-tuh-RIS-tik
Definition
Describes something that is not typical or usual for a person or thing; it goes against what is expected from them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌənˌkɛɹɪktɝˈɪstɪk
British English
ʌnkˌæɹɪktəɹˈɪstɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhn-KAIR-ik-ter-IS-tik
UK
un-KARR-ik-tuh-RIS-tik
Listen in Context
It was uncharacteristic of him to be late.
Her silence was uncharacteristic.
The cold weather is uncharacteristic for May.
That was an uncharacteristic outburst from such a calm person.