How to Pronounce "critical"
word
/ˈkɹɪtɪkəɫ/
KRI-di-kuhl
/kɹˈɪtɪkəl/
KRI-ti-kuhl
Definition
If someone is critical, they express disapproval or point out faults. It can also mean extremely important or serious in a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɹɪtɪkəɫ/
British English
/kɹˈɪtɪkəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRI-di-kuhl
UK
KRI-ti-kuhl
Listen in Context
She is very critical of her own work.
Water is critical for human life.
The patient is in critical condition.
We’re at a critical point in the project, so we can’t afford mistakes.