How to Pronounce "pesticide"
word
PES-tuh-syde
PEST-iss-eyed
Definition
A pesticide is a chemical substance used to kill or control pests like insects, weeds, or fungi that harm crops or animals.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛstəˌsaɪd
British English
pˈɛstɪsˌaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PES-tuh-syde
UK
PEST-iss-eyed
Listen in Context
Farmers use pesticide to protect their crops from insects.
Too much pesticide can be harmful to humans and animals.
Organic food is grown without pesticide.
Some insects have become resistant to pesticide over time.