How to Pronounce "pungent"
word
ˈpəndʒənt
PUN-jent
pˈʌndʒənt
PUN-jent
Definition
Describes a strong, sharp smell or taste that is often spicy or irritating. Can refer to things like strong cheese, onions, or sarcasm in language.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpəndʒənt
British English
pˈʌndʒənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUN-jent
UK
PUN-jent
Listen in Context
The cheese has a pungent smell.
She couldn't eat the pungent garlic.
There was a pungent odor in the room.
Her remarks were as pungent as chili peppers.