How to Pronounce "in character"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈkɛɹɪktɝ
in KAIR-ik-ter
ˈɪn/ /kˈæɹɪktɐ
in KA-rik-tuh
Definition
Acting or behaving in a way that matches a particular role or personality, especially in acting, or behaving in a way that is typical or expected for someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈkɛɹɪktɝ
British English
ˈɪn/ /kˈæɹɪktɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in KAIR-ik-ter
UK
in KA-rik-tuh
Listen in Context
The actor stayed in character during the whole play.
To sound believable, you must stay in character.
She practiced every day to feel in character for the movie.
Even when the cameras stopped, he was still in character—it was funny to watch!