How to pronounce acetic
Say it like uh-SET-ik. Acetic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SET).
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- uh
- SET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acetic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of acetic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: uh-SET-ik.
Other ways to say acetic
Acetic also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- uh-SEE-tik /əˈsitɪk/
What does acetic mean?
- Of, pertaining to, or producing vinegar.
- Of or pertaining to acetic acid or its derivatives.
Where does acetic come from?
From French acétique, from Latin acētum (“vinegar”), from acēre (“to be sour”).
Words that rhyme with acetic
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Words that sound like acetic
Questions about saying acetic
How do you pronounce acetic?
Say uh-SET-ik. The American pronunciation is /əˈsɛtɪk/. In British English it is /əˈsɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acetic?
Acetic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SET). Broken into parts: uh · SET · ik.
Is acetic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /əˈsɛtɪk/ (uh-SET-ik).
What words sound the same as acetic?
Acetic sounds the same as ascetic in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.