hipócrita
“hipócrita” means “hypocritical” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
hypocritical
Also: two-faced
📝 In Action
No seas hipócrita, tú también haces lo mismo.
B1Don't be hypocritical, you do the same thing too.
Me parece una actitud muy hipócrita por su parte.
B2I think it is a very hypocritical attitude on their part.
hypocrite
Also: phony
📝 In Action
Ese político es un hipócrita.
B1That politician is a hypocrite.
Las hipócritas nunca admiten sus errores.
B2Hypocrites (female) never admit their mistakes.
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How would you say 'He is a hypocrite' in Spanish?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Ancient Greek word 'hypokritḗs', which originally meant an 'actor' or 'stage player' because they wore masks and pretended to be someone else.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'hipócrita' ever end in 'o'?
No. Whether you are talking about a man, a woman, or a group, the base form always ends in 'a'. To make it plural, you just add 's': 'hipócritas'.
Is 'hipócrita' a very rude word?
It is quite strong. It's not a 'curse word,' but calling someone a hypocrite is a serious character judgment that can lead to an argument.