How to Pronounce Herbicide

To pronounce "herbicide", say HERB-ic-id-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

HERB-ic-id-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “herbicide”

"herbicide" has 4 syllables: herb-ic-id-e. It rhymes with abide and stride, if that helps it stick.

What does herbicide mean?

noun

  1. A substance used to kill plants.

Words that rhyme with herbicide

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abidestridesnidechidederideprovideglidepreoccupiedgratifieddignifiedmortifiedidentified

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "herbicide"?▾

"Herbicide" has 4 syllables: herb · ic · id · e.

What does "herbicide" mean?▾

Herbicide: A substance used to kill plants.

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