Meaning of the word "the pot calling the kettle black" in English
What does "the pot calling the kettle black" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the pot calling the kettle black
US /ðə pɑt ˈkɔlɪŋ ðə ˈkɛtəl blæk/
UK /ðə pɑt ˈkɔlɪŋ ðə ˈkɛtəl blæk/
Idiom
1.
a situation in which someone criticizes another person for a fault that they have themselves
Example:
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He called me lazy, but that's the pot calling the kettle black, considering how much he procrastinates.
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She complained about his messy room, but her own apartment is a disaster. Talk about the pot calling the kettle black!
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