How to Pronounce Acid

To pronounce "acid", say AC-id — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæs.ɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈæs.ɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “acid”

"acid" has 2 syllables: ac-id. It rhymes with fracid and jassid, if that helps it stick.

What does acid mean?

noun

  1. A sour substance.
  2. Any of several classes of compound having the following properties:

adjective

  1. Sour, sharp, or biting to the taste; tart; having the taste of vinegar.

    “acid fruits or liquors”

  2. Sour-tempered.

Synonyms

acidic

Antonyms

alkalibasealkaline

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Words that rhyme with acid

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fracidjassidantacidbasadcasadchassidmassadmiracidplacidprasad

Related words

bitteracerbacerbicacridcausticunpleasantblisteringvenomous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acid"?▾

"Acid" has 2 syllables: ac · id.

What is the IPA transcription of "acid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "acid" is /ˈæs.ɪd/.

What does "acid" mean?▾

Acid: A sour substance.

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