How to Say "hypocritical" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “hypocritical” is “hipócrita” — use 'hipócrita' when describing someone's behavior or actions that are inconsistent with their stated beliefs or values, essentially calling them out for being two-faced.
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hipócrita
adjectiveB1
Use 'hipócrita' when describing someone's behavior or actions that are inconsistent with their stated beliefs or values, essentially calling them out for being two-faced.
Examples
No seas hipócrita, tú también haces lo mismo.
Don't be hypocritical, you do the same thing too.
cínico
adjectiveB2
Use 'cínico' when someone shamelessly pretends to have virtues or beliefs they clearly do not hold, often with a mocking or cynical attitude towards morality itself.
Examples
Me parece muy cínico que pidas honestidad cuando tú siempre mientes.
I find it very shameless that you ask for honesty when you always lie.
Hipócrita vs. Cínico
Learners often confuse 'hipócrita' and 'cínico'. Remember that 'hipócrita' directly addresses the inconsistency between words and actions, while 'cínico' adds a layer of shamelessness or a defiant rejection of moral standards.
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