How to Pronounce "pinchbeck"
word
ˈpɪntʃˌbɛk
PINCH-bek
pˈɪntʃbɛk
PINCH-bek
Definition
Pinchbeck is an alloy that looks like gold but is much less valuable. The word is also used to describe anything that is fake or pretends to be valuable but is not.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪntʃˌbɛk
British English
pˈɪntʃbɛk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PINCH-bek
UK
PINCH-bek
Listen in Context
This necklace is made of pinchbeck, not real gold.
People often bought pinchbeck jewelry in the 18th century.
His throne was nothing more than a pinchbeck display of power.
She wore a ring of pinchbeck and everyone thought it was real gold.