idiom
Practice what you preach
PRAK-tis wut yoo PREECH
/ˈpræktɪs wɒt juː priːtʃ/Listen
Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.
Syllable breakdown
practicewhatyoupreach
Dictionary meaning
To behave in the same way that you advise others to behave; to live by the values and standards you publicly advocate.
Examples
- The anti-corruption campaigner was embarrassed when she had to practice what she preached under scrutiny.
- Ethical leadership demands that executives practice what they preach.
Synonyms: lead by example, walk the talk
Learn one new pronunciation a day
Get a word, name or idiom like “Practice what you preach” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.
Something wrong? Suggest a correction