How to Pronounce "prig"
word
ˈpɹɪɡ
PRIG
pɹˈɪɡ
PRIG
Definition
A prig is someone who behaves as if they are morally superior to others, often judging people by strict or narrow standards of behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɪɡ
British English
pɹˈɪɡ
Simplified Pronunciation
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UK
PRIG
Listen in Context
Tom acts like a prig in class, always telling others to follow the rules.
Nobody likes a prig who thinks they are better than everyone else.
He sounded like a prig when he corrected everyone's table manners.
Don’t be such a prig—let people enjoy themselves!