How to Pronounce “cynical

word

/ˈsɪnɪkəɫ/
SI-ni-kuhl
/sˈɪnɪkəl/
SI-ni-kuhl

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈsɪnɪkəɫ/

British English

/sˈɪnɪkəl/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

SI-ni-kuhl

UK

SI-ni-kuhl

Listen in Context

He became very cynical after losing his job.

She gave a cynical laugh at the good news.

Many people are cynical about politicians.

Don't be so cynical—not everyone has a hidden agenda.