How Do You Spell TARTUFFE, TARTUFE?

Pronunciation: [tˈɑːtʌf] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "tartuffe" is often confused with "tartufe," but the pronunciation is the same. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /tɑrˈtʊf/. The "r" and "t" sounds are distinct, and the "u" is pronounced like the "oo" in "book." The final "e" is silent, and the stress falls on the second syllable. "Tartuffe" is a French play by Molière, known for its satirical portrayal of religious hypocrisy.

TARTUFFE, TARTUFE Meaning and Definition

  1. Tartuffe, also spelled as Tartufe, is a French term that refers to a hypocrite, an impostor, or a person who feigns virtue or religious devotion for personal gain. The word comes from the title character of the 17th-century play "Tartuffe" written by French playwright Molière.

    In the play, Tartuffe is portrayed as a cunning and manipulative religious figure who uses his supposed piety to deceive others and take advantage of their goodwill. Despite his outward displays of devotion and self-righteousness, Tartuffe's true intentions are revealed, exposing him as a fraud.

    The term "tartuffe" is often used metaphorically to describe individuals who pretend to be virtuous, moral, or spiritual but, in reality, are motivated by greed, self-interest, or hypocrisy. This word is primarily used to criticize individuals who use religion or moral values as a cover for their unethical or deceitful actions.

    The popularity and enduring impact of Molière's play have contributed to the incorporation of the term "tartuffe" into the English language as a noun, serving as a label for anyone who puts on an outward facade of righteousness while practicing duplicity or deceit. "Tartuffe" has become synonymous with the idea of a religious hypocrite or a person who masquerades as virtuous but lacks genuine moral or ethical principles.

Common Misspellings for TARTUFFE, TARTUFE

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Etymology of TARTUFFE, TARTUFE

The word "Tartuffe" or "Tartufe" originates from the title character of a play called "Tartuffe" written by French playwright Molière. The play, first performed in 1664, depicts a religious hypocrite named Tartuffe who pretends to be pious and righteous but is ultimately exposed as a fraud.

The word "Tartuffe" itself is believed to be derived from the Italian word "tartufo", which means "truffle", a type of edible fungus. The connection between the character and the truffle is that just as the truffle hides beneath the ground, Tartuffe conceals his true intentions and deceitful nature behind a mask of religious devotion.

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