How to Pronounce "ironic"
word
/aɪˈɹɑnɪk/
y-RON-ik
/aɪɹˈɒnɪk/
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Definition
Describing a situation, remark, or result that is interesting or funny because it is very different from what you expected, especially in a surprising or opposite way. It can also describe speech that means the opposite of the literal words, often for humor or criticism.
IPA Transcription
American English
/aɪˈɹɑnɪk/
British English
/aɪɹˈɒnɪk/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
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UK
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Listen in Context
It is ironic that the fire station burned down.
She gave an ironic smile when she heard the news.
His comment sounded ironic, not serious.
It’s kind of ironic that he complains about noise while blasting music all night.