How to pronounce electrons
Say it like il-EK-tronz. Electrons has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (EK).
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- il
- EK
- tronz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Electrons pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ilGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tronzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of electrons
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: il-EK-tronz.
What does electrons mean?
- plural of electron How to pronounce electron
- The digital or electronic version of a document.“Your presentation today was very informative. Could you email me the electrons?”
Questions about saying electrons
How do you pronounce electrons?
Say il-EK-tronz. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪˈlɛktrɑnz/. In British English it is /ˌɪˈlɛktrɒnz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in electrons?
Electrons has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (EK). Broken into parts: il · EK · tronz.
Is electrons pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌɪˈlɛktrɒnz/ (il-EK-tronz).