How to Pronounce “hubris”
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- American (US)
- /ˈhjuːbrɪs/
- British (UK)
- /ˈhjuːbrɪs/
- Australian (AU)
- /ˈhjʉːbɹɪs/
What “hubris” means
noun — Excessive pride or self-confidence, especially the kind that invites downfall.
Example: The expansion was hubris, and it nearly sank the firm.
Synonyms: arrogance, conceit
Antonyms: humility
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “hubris” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈhjuːbrɪs/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "hubris" mean?
hubris (noun): Excessive pride or self-confidence, especially the kind that invites downfall. For example — The expansion was hubris, and it nearly sank the firm.
How do you pronounce "hubris" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "hubris", /ˈhjuːbrɪs/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "hubris"?
/ˈhjuːbrɪs/ in American English, /ˈhjuːbrɪs/ in British English, /ˈhjʉːbɹɪs/ in Australian English.
Which syllable is stressed in "hubris"?
“hubris” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈhjuːbrɪs/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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