How to pronounce acidic
Say it like uh-SID-ik. Acidic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SID).
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- uh
- SID
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acidic 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.
- SIDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of acidic
American and British speakers say acidic in essentially the same way: /əˈsɪdɪk/ in the US and /əˈsɪdɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-SID-ik.
What does acidic mean?
- Of or relating to acid; having the character of an acid.“an acidic solution”
- Having a pH less than 7, or being sour, or having the strength to neutralize alkalis, or turning a litmus paper red.
- Containing a high percentage of silica-bearing minerals.
Where does acidic come from?
From acid + -ic. Doublet of acidy.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying acidic
How do you pronounce acidic?
Say uh-SID-ik. The American pronunciation is /əˈsɪdɪk/. In British English it is /əˈsɪdɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acidic?
Acidic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SID). Broken into parts: uh · SID · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say acidic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈsɪdɪk/ and the British form is /əˈsɪdɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.