How to Pronounce Acrid

To pronounce "acrid", say ACR-id — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæk.ɹɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈæk.ɹɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “acrid”

"acrid" has 2 syllables: acr-id.

What does acrid mean?

adjective

  1. Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste.

    “Sodium polyacrylate is an acrid salt.”

  2. Causing heat and irritation.

    “The bombardier beetle sprays acrid secretions to defend itself.”

Synonyms

acerbicacrimoniouspungentcorrosive

Antonyms

delectabledelicioustasteful

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Related words

acerbicacerbbitteracidpungentunpleasantcausticblistering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acrid"?▾

"Acrid" has 2 syllables: acr · id.

What is the IPA transcription of "acrid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "acrid" is /ˈæk.ɹɪd/.

What does "acrid" mean?▾

Acrid: Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste.

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