Cool MateMeaning of Acid
In simple words: A sour liquid that can burn or eat away other materials.
Acid in a sentence
- The acid burned a hole in her coat.
- Stomach acids can break down the poison.
- You will need a special chemical to neutralize the acid.
- They smoke joints and drop acid.
- He described the music as ‘Brahms on acid’.
How to use Acid
Used in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry. Can refer to acidic solutions or substances. Not commonly used in casual conversations unless discussing food or health.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'acid' as 'a-sid'—like something that makes you pucker up!
Related words
Collocations with Acid
Synonyms for Acid
- LSD
Opposites of Acid
- alkaline
- basic
Common mistakes with Acid
- Confused with 'acidity' which refers to the quality of being acid.
- Using 'acid' to describe something very bitter.
- Mispronouncing it as 'acidde' instead of 'a-sid'.
Acid appears in
Acid in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
حمض
سائل حامض يمكن أن يحرق أو يأكل المواد الأخرى.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অ্যাসিড
একটি টক তরল যা অন্য জিনিস পুড়িয়ে ফেলতে বা ক্ষয় করতে পারে।
- GermanDeutsch
Säure
Eine saure Flüssigkeit, die andere Materialien verbrennen oder auflösen kann.
- SpanishEspañol
Ácido
Un líquido ácido que puede quemar o corroer otros materiales.
- Persianفارسی
اسید
یک مایع ترش که میتواند مواد دیگر را بسوزاند یا از بین ببرد.
- FrenchFrançais
Acide
Un liquide aigre qui peut brûler ou ronger d'autres matériaux.
- Hindiहिन्दी
एसिड
एक खट्टा तरल जो अन्य सामग्रियों को जला सकता है या खा सकता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Acido
Un liquido aspro che può bruciare o corrodere altri materiali.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Ácido
Um líquido azedo que pode queimar ou corroer outros materiais.
- RussianРусский
Кислота
Кислый раствор, который может обжигать или разъедать другие материалы.
- Urduاردو
تیزاب
ایک کھٹا مائع جو دوسری چیزوں کو جلا سکتا ہے یا کھا سکتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
酸
一种酸味液体，可以腐蚀或侵蚀其他材料。
More words like Acid
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Acid
What does Acid mean?
A sour liquid that can burn or eat away other materials.
What is the definition of Acid?
a chemical, usually a liquid, that contains hydrogen and has a pH of less than seven. The hydrogen can be replaced by a metal to form a salt. Acids usually have a bitter sharp taste and can often burn holes in or damage things they touch.
How do you use Acid in a sentence?
The acid burned a hole in her coat.
Can you give another example of Acid?
Stomach acids can break down the poison.
What are synonyms for Acid?
Common alternatives include LSD.
What is the opposite of Acid?
Opposite meanings include alkaline, basic.
What words go with Acid?
It commonly pairs with concentrated, strong, dilute, produce, neutralize, burn something, break something down, drop, on acid.
What are common mistakes when using Acid?
Confused with 'acidity' which refers to the quality of being acid. Using 'acid' to describe something very bitter. Mispronouncing it as 'acidde' instead of 'a-sid'.
How do you pronounce Acid?
US: /["/ˈæsɪd/"]/, UK: /["/ˈæsɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Acid?
Used in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry. Can refer to acidic solutions or substances. Not commonly used in casual conversations unless discussing food or health.
What CEFR level is Acid?
"Acid" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.