How to Pronounce "white hat"
expression
ˈhwaɪt/, /ˈwaɪt/ /ˈhæt
(HW)YTE-HAT or WYTE-HAT
wˈaɪt/ /hˈæt
WYTE-HAT
Definition
A 'white hat' is someone who uses their computer hacking skills for ethical purposes, like helping protect organizations from cyber attacks. It can also refer to a person who acts with good intentions, especially in contrast to 'black hats' who have bad intentions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwaɪt/, /ˈwaɪt/ /ˈhæt
British English
wˈaɪt/ /hˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
(HW)YTE-HAT or WYTE-HAT
UK
WYTE-HAT
Listen in Context
A white hat helps companies find security problems before criminals do.
Being a white hat means using your skills to do good.
He decided to become a white hat after learning about cybercrime.
More companies hire white hats to help keep their systems safe these days.