Meaning of the word ipa in English
What does ipa mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ipa
US /ˌaɪ.piːˈeɪ/
UK /ˌaɪ.piːˈeɪ/
Abbreviation
1.
International Phonetic Alphabet
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The linguist used the IPA to transcribe the sounds of the language.
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Learning the IPA can greatly improve your pronunciation.
2.
India Pale Ale
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He ordered a pint of his favorite IPA at the pub.
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Craft breweries often experiment with different hop varieties for their IPAs.