How to pronounce acrid
Say it like AK-rid. Acrid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AK).
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- AK
- rid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acrid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ridKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of acrid
American and British speakers say acrid in essentially the same way: /ˈækrɪd/ in the US and /ˈækrɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: AK-rid.
What does acrid mean?
- Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste.
- Causing heat and irritation.“The bombardier beetle sprays acrid secretions to defend itself.”
- Caustic; bitter; bitterly irritating.“That man has an acrid temper.”
Where does acrid come from?
From Latin ācris, from ācer (“sharp”); probably assimilated in form to acid.
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Questions about saying acrid
How do you pronounce acrid?
Say AK-rid. The American pronunciation is /ˈækrɪd/. In British English it is /ˈækrɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acrid?
Acrid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AK). Broken into parts: AK · rid.
Do Americans and Brits say acrid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈækrɪd/ and the British form is /ˈækrɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.