How to Pronounce "rabid"
word
/ˈɹæbɪd/, /ˈɹeɪbɪd/
RAB-id or RAY-bid
/ɹˈeɪbɪd/
RAY-bid
Definition
'Rabid' describes an animal infected with rabies (a deadly disease). It can also mean someone who is extremely enthusiastic or fanatical about a belief or activity.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹæbɪd/, /ˈɹeɪbɪd/
British English
/ɹˈeɪbɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAB-id or RAY-bid
UK
RAY-bid
Listen in Context
The rabid dog was captured by animal control.
Be careful, rabid animals can be very dangerous.
He is a rabid football fan.
After being bitten by a rabid raccoon, she needed immediate treatment.