To pronounce "ironic", say IR-on-ic — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
ironic
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IR-on-ic
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"ironic" has 3 syllables: ir-on-ic. It rhymes with sardonic and tonic, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Ironic" has 3 syllables: ir · on · ic.
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