How to Pronounce "abrasive"
word
əˈbɹeɪsɪv
uh-BRAY-siv
ɐbɹˈeɪsɪv
uh-BRAY-siv
Definition
An 'abrasive' material is rough and can wear away surfaces by rubbing. Describing a person, 'abrasive' means rude or harsh in the way they speak or behave.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbɹeɪsɪv
British English
ɐbɹˈeɪsɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BRAY-siv
UK
uh-BRAY-siv
Listen in Context
This cleaner contains an abrasive ingredient to remove stains.
He has an abrasive manner when he talks to people.
Sandpaper is very abrasive.
Her abrasive personality makes it hard for her to keep friends.