How to Pronounce "carminic"
word
kɑrˈmɪnɪk
kar-MIN-ik
kɑːˈmɪnɪk
kaa-MIN-ik
Definition
Relating to or containing carminic acid, which is a red pigment derived from certain insects and is used as a natural dye.
IPA Transcription
American English
kɑrˈmɪnɪk
British English
kɑːˈmɪnɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kar-MIN-ik
UK
kaa-MIN-ik
Listen in Context
The red color in this candy comes from carminic acid.
Some artists use carminic pigments in their paintings.
The label says the drink contains carminic coloring.
Many natural lipsticks get their red shade from carminic compounds.