How to Pronounce "artifice"
word
ˈɑɹtəfɪs
AR-tuh-fis
ˈɑːtɪfɪs
AA-ti-fis
Definition
A clever trick or method used to deceive or achieve a goal, often by being creative or cunning.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑɹtəfɪs
British English
ˈɑːtɪfɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AR-tuh-fis
UK
AA-ti-fis
Listen in Context
The magician used an artifice to amaze the audience.
Her story was an artifice to avoid doing her homework.
Politicians sometimes use artifice to win support.
It was pure artifice—he never intended to return the money.