How to Pronounce Acrostic

To pronounce "acrostic", say ACR-ost-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈkɹɑstɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈkɹɑstɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “acrostic”

"acrostic" has 3 syllables: acr-ost-ic.

What does acrostic mean?

noun

  1. A poem or other text in which certain letters, often the first in each line, spell out a name or message.
  2. A poem in Hebrew in which successive lines or verses start with consecutive letters of the alphabet.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acrostic"?▾

"Acrostic" has 3 syllables: acr · ost · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "acrostic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "acrostic" is /əˈkɹɑstɪk/.

What does "acrostic" mean?▾

Acrostic: A poem or other text in which certain letters, often the first in each line, spell out a name or message.

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