How to Pronounce Irenic

To pronounce "irenic", say IR-en-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /aɪˈɹiːnɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/aɪˈɹiːnɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “irenic”

"irenic" has 3 syllables: ir-en-ic.

What does irenic mean?

adjective

  1. (in extended usage) Promoting or fitted to promote peace; conciliatory, non-confrontational; peaceful.

Related words

peacefultranquilirenicaleirenicalhenoticreconciliativeiriticirritational

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "irenic"?▾

"Irenic" has 3 syllables: ir · en · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "irenic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "irenic" is /aɪˈɹiːnɪk/.

What does "irenic" mean?▾

Irenic: (in extended usage) Promoting or fitted to promote peace; conciliatory, non-confrontational; peaceful.

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