How to Pronounce Irritant

To pronounce "irritant", say IRR-it-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪɹɪtənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɪɹɪtənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “irritant”

"irritant" has 3 syllables: irr-it-ant.

What does irritant mean?

noun

  1. Any medication designed to cause irritation
  2. A source of irritation.

adjective

  1. Causing irritation or inflammation.
  2. Rendering null and void; conditionally invalidating.

Related words

thornirritatedirritationannoyancevexingirritatingexasperationirksome

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "irritant"?▾

"Irritant" has 3 syllables: irr · it · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "irritant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "irritant" is /ˈɪɹɪtənt/.

What does "irritant" mean?▾

Irritant: Any medication designed to cause irritation

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