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“hypocritical” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinxū wěi

Example

她的笑容很虚伪。tā de xiào róng hěn xū wěi

Her smile is very fake.

Illustration for 虚伪 (hypocritical)

How to say “hypocritical” in Chinese

“Hypocritical” in Chinese is 虚伪 (xū wěi).

A polished outer display hides a different inner attitude or purpose.

Full entry for 虚伪: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 虚伪

她的道歉像一场虚伪的表演。tā de dào qiàn xiàng yì cháng xū wěi de biáo yǎn

Her apology was like a hypocritical performance.

Tips for using 虚伪

  • English hypocritical often suggests moral double standards, while 虚伪 (xūwěi, "hypocritical") can also describe a manner, tone, or social act that feels insincere.

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