How to Pronounce "adriatic"
word
ˌeɪdɹiˈætɪk
ay-dree-AT-ik
ˌeɪdriˈætɪk
ay-dree-AT-ik
Definition
Relating to the Adriatic Sea, which is a body of water between Italy and the Balkan Peninsula. 'Adriatic' is often used to describe things connected to this region, such as 'Adriatic coast' or 'Adriatic countries.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌeɪdɹiˈætɪk
British English
ˌeɪdriˈætɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ay-dree-AT-ik
UK
ay-dree-AT-ik
Listen in Context
The Adriatic Sea is between Italy and Croatia.
Many tourists visit the Adriatic coast every summer.
The weather near the Adriatic is usually warm.
My dream is to sail across the Adriatic someday.