Encrinic is a rarely used scientific term that denotes a type of lipid content in the body. The word is spelled /ɛnˈkrɪnɪk/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The initial syllable is pronounced with an open "ɛ" sound, followed by a nasal "n" and a short "ɪ" sound. The second syllable features a stressed "kr" sound followed by a short "ɪ" vowel and ending with the consonant "n" sound. The pronunciation of the word encapsulated in this spelling can make it quite challenging for even seasoned spellers.