How to Pronounce "plastic"
word
/ˈpɫæstɪk/
PLAS-tik
/plˈɑːstɪk/
PLAS-tik
Definition
A light, flexible or hard artificial material used to make many everyday objects such as bottles, bags, toys, and containers. It can also be an adjective meaning made of this material.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɫæstɪk/
British English
/plˈɑːstɪk/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAS-tik
UK
PLAS-tik
Listen in Context
This cup is made of plastic.
We put the toys in a plastic box.
Please do not burn plastic.
I always carry a reusable bag so I don't need a plastic one.