How to Pronounce "hypocrisy"
word
/hɪˈpɑkɹəsi/
hi-PAH-kruh-see
/hɪpˈɒkɹəsi/
hip-OK-ruh-see
Definition
The act of pretending to have beliefs, feelings, or qualities that you do not actually have, especially when your actions show the opposite.
IPA Transcription
American English
/hɪˈpɑkɹəsi/
British English
/hɪpˈɒkɹəsi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hi-PAH-kruh-see
UK
hip-OK-ruh-see
Listen in Context
It is hypocrisy to say one thing and do another.
People dislike hypocrisy in leaders.
She hates hypocrisy and values honesty.
Calling others selfish while acting selfish yourself is pure hypocrisy.