How to pronounce arid
Say it like AR-ud. Arid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- ud
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- udKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of arid
American and British speakers say arid in essentially the same way: /ˈærəd/ in the US and /ˈærɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: AR-id.
Other ways to say arid
Arid also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- ER-ud /ˈɛrəd/
What does arid mean?
- Very dry.“The cake was arid.”
- Describing a very dry climate. Typically defined as less than 25 cm or 10 inches of rainfall annually.“Deserts are known for being arid.”
- Devoid of value.“The millionaire viewed his gift as arid.”
Where does arid come from?
From French aride or directly from Latin āridus (“dry, arid, parched”), compare its synonymous contracted form ardus.
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Questions about saying arid
How do you pronounce arid?
Say AR-ud. The American pronunciation is /ˈærəd/. In British English it is /ˈærɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arid?
Arid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · ud.
Do Americans and Brits say arid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈærəd/ and the British form is /ˈærɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.