Is an metal acidic or alkaline?

Answer 1

Pure metals are neither, no pure element is and acid or an alkali, it is only compounds made from elements that have this property. When metals form compounds those compounds are typically alkaline.

Answer 2

Metals are generally not acidic or alkaline. They are usually classified as basic or metallic in nature. Some metals can react with acids to produce hydrogen gas and form metal salts, while others can react with bases to form metal oxides or hydroxides.