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ipa

/ˌaɪ piː ˈeɪ/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

a type of beer that is bitter and has a strong taste of hops.

When to Use

💬Daily Conversation😎Slang & Informal
Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

I'll have an IPA, please — I like the bitter flavor.

This brewery is famous for its hazy IPAs.

Learning Path

Full Definition

The International Phonetic Alphabet, a system of phonetic notation based on the Latin alphabet, used to represent the sounds of spoken language.

Linguists use the IPA to transcribe pronunciations accurately.

Related Words

Synonyms:
alepale ale
Antonyms:

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